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Cannot Load Library DevIl.dll: 5 Ways to Fix it
Make sure the Linker settings are correct
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Updated onApril 2, 2024
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Often, while using the DevIl image library and Microsoft Visual Studio, you may get theUnable to load DLL ‘DevIL.dll’: The specified module could not be found. (Exception from HRESULT: 0x8007007E)or a similar error.
The problem arises when there’s a mismatch between the versions (x32 and x64) of the DLLs and Visual Studio or if the linker settings are configured incorrectly.
How do I fix the Cannot load library DevIl.dll error?
Before we start with the slightly complex solutions, try these quick ones:
1. Use a DLL repair tool
Your primary approach when faced with theCannot load library Devil.dllerror should be to use aneffective DLL repair tool.
A reliable tool has an extensive library of DLLs. It will scan all available DLL files on the PC and replace the missing or corrupt ones with a fresh copy.
2. Get the correct DLL version
As per our experts, using the 64-bit version of the DevIL DLL on a 64-bit Windows PC, but with a 32-bit version of Visual Studio will likely throw errors. So, if you have the 32-bit Visual Studio, get the 32-bit DevIl.dll file, irrespective of the OS architecture.
Remember, since DevIl.dll is a program or project-specific DLL, it won’t be stored in theSystem32folder or any of the other Windows folders. Also, after you manually download the DLL, move it to the project-specific folder.
3. Change the Linker settings
4. Download Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables
5. Reinstall the program
Most programs that requireDevIl.dllusually come bundled with it, and if you get theCannot load libraryerror, the file was not downloaded due to an installation issue. In this case, reinstalling the program will do the trick!
A similar approach helps when you come across amissing opencl.dll error.
For any queries or to share what worked for you, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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