CyberLink CyberLink Media Suite AX CLFxDec.ax

Fixing CLFxDec.ax Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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The development of CyberLink Effect Decorator by CyberLink prompted the latest creation of CLFxDec.ax. It is also known as a CyberLink Effect Decorator file (file extension AX), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Unknown) file.

CLFxDec.ax was initially released with CyberLink YouCam 8 on 09/27/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The latest file update released for CyberLink Media Suite 13 was on 07/22/2015 [file version 5.00.3330].

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple AX file troubleshooting, and list of free CLFxDec.ax downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	CLFxDec.ax
File Extension:	AX file extension
Description:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
Object File Type:	Unknown
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	CyberLink Corporation
Software Program:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
Legal Copyright:	CyberLink Corp.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Chinese (Traditional)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x18330
Code Size:	126976

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File Info	Description
File Size:	184 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:17 04:24:44+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2015:09:30 06:44:24+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	7.10
Code Size:	126976
Initialized Data Size:	40960
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x18330
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	5.0.0.3330
Product Version Number:	5.0.0.3330
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Unknown
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Chinese (Traditional)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	CyberLink Corporation
File Description:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
File Version:	5.00.3330
Internal Name:	CLFxDec
Legal Copyright:	CyberLink Corp.
Product Name:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
Product Version:	5.00.3330
Legal Trademarks:	CyberLink Corp.

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What are CLFxDec.ax Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library CLFxDec.ax Errors

CLFxDec.ax is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like CLFxDec.ax, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. CyberLink Media Suite) could share the same CLFxDec.ax file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared AX file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when CLFxDec.ax is attempted to be loaded either when CyberLink Media Suite is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common CLFxDec.ax errors include:

Access Violation at address - CLFxDec.ax.
CLFxDec.ax could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\YouCam7\subsys\YouCam\CLFxDec.ax.
Cannot register CLFxDec.ax.
Cannot start CyberLink Media Suite. A required component is missing: CLFxDec.ax. Please install CyberLink Media Suite again.
Failed to load CLFxDec.ax.
The application has failed to start because CLFxDec.ax was not found.
The file CLFxDec.ax is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because CLFxDec.ax was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your CLFxDec.ax file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with CyberLink Media Suite), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, CLFxDec.ax file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading CyberLink Media Suite, system crash while loading CLFxDec.ax, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix CLFxDec.ax Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your CLFxDec.ax issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the CLFxDec.ax error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed CyberLink Media Suite (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling CyberLink Media Suite software.

You can uninstall CyberLink Media Suite software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for CyberLink Media Suite 13 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall CyberLink Media Suite software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

CyberLink Media Suite 13

CyberLink

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many CLFxDec.ax error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the CLFxDec.ax error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your CLFxDec.ax File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate CLFxDec.ax file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free CLFxDec.ax files for every applicable version of CyberLink Media Suite. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download CLFxDec.ax Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate CyberLink Media Suite folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\YouCam7\subsys\YouCam\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\YouCam8\subsys\YouCam\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve CLFxDec.ax problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download CLFxDec.ax Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying CLFxDec.ax to your appropriate Windows system directory. CyberLink typically does not release CyberLink Media Suite AX files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing CLFxDec.ax and all other AX files for CyberLink Media Suite. An incorrectly installed AX file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

CyberLink Media Suite 13

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CLFxDec.ax

5.0.0.3330

5.00.3330

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
Software Version:	5.0.0.3330
File Version:	5.00.3330
File Size:	188088
File Date:	01/17/2020
MD5 Checksum:	fd4cf0bc30e86663a877fb10cd82856d
SHA1 Checksum:	4036df650ddf95d2a645d1abc8575c7803407caf
SHA256 Checksum:	e4d57c1ac75dee0b309198af87a18d30ad111fefa36995bde8e01f6cc170c857
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\YouCam7\subsy ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	40960
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/17/2020

CyberLink YouCam 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CLFxDec.ax

6.0.0.1129

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	CyberLink Effect Decorator
Software Version:	6.0.0.1129
File Version:	6.0.0.1129
File Size:	176824
File Date:	10/15/2019
MD5 Checksum:	3748132a5e687af24cacd1a70b4bdaac
SHA1 Checksum:	4ab247b07fb5073c4db6679aec4f9ce5bea14d5a
SHA256 Checksum:	15b6abd078fa8ef9a6f08dd4af4aa7a79c097366c5d951ea63a0c5efc81af4db
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\YouCam8\subsy ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	30720
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	10/15/2019

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Files Related to CLFxDec.ax

AX Files Related to CLFxDec.ax

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
clm4splt.ax	CyberLink MPEG-4 Splitter	CyberLink MPEG-4 Splitter (1.1.9101)	327472	C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
CLVidFx.ax	CLVidFx	CyberLink CLVidFx (1.0.9128)	143192	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.WindowsS...
CLScnDt.ax	CLScnDt	CyberLink CLScnDt (1.01.0412)	73400	C:\Windows\System32\
SE_CLVidMix.ax	CyberLink Video Mixer Filter	CyberLink Video Mixer Filter (0.0.0.exported)	159504	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.GetHelp_...
CLPassSample.ax	CLPassSample	CLPassSample (2.0.0.1822)	60088	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.DesktopA...

Other Files Related to CLFxDec.ax

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setuperr.log	Log	CyberLink Media Suite 13	5179	C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\
setuperr.log	Log	CyberLink Media Suite 13	23531	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log	Log	CyberLink Media Suite 13	206	C:\Windows\
setupact.log	Log	CyberLink PowerDVD 19	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	CyberLink Media Suite 13	733282	C:\Windows\inf\

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