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Blender Thumbnail Handler files such as BlendThumb.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by Blender Foundation for the Blender software package.

BlendThumb.dll was initially released with Blender 2.79b on 03/22/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Blender Foundation.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free BlendThumb.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	BlendThumb.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Blender Thumbnail Handler
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Blender
Legal Copyright:	GPL2, 2011
Developer:	Blender Foundation
Software:	Blender
Software Version:	2.79b

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Unknown (FFFF)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2175
Code Size:	41984

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File Info	Description
File Size:	66 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:28 14:59:43+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2011:09:03 14:51:28+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	10.0
Code Size:	41984
Initialized Data Size:	24576
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2175
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.3.0.0
Product Version Number:	2.60.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Unknown (FFFF)
Character Set:	Unicode
File Description:	Blender Thumbnail Handler
File Version:	1.3
Legal Copyright:	GPL2, 2011
Product Name:	Blender
Product Version:	2.60

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What are BlendThumb.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library BlendThumb.dll Errors

BlendThumb.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like BlendThumb.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Blender) could share the same BlendThumb.dll 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 DLL 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 BlendThumb.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Blender is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common BlendThumb.dll errors include:

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

Your BlendThumb.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Blender), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, BlendThumb.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Blender, system crash while loading BlendThumb.dll, 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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Blender 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 Blender 2.79b and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Blender software.

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

Blender 2.79b

Blender Foundation

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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free BlendThumb.dll files for every applicable version of Blender. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download BlendThumb.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Blender folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Blender Foundation\Blender\
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 BlendThumb.dll 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 BlendThumb.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying BlendThumb.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Blender Foundation typically does not release Blender DLL 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 BlendThumb.dll and all other DLL files for Blender. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Blender 2.79b

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

BlendThumb.dll

2.60.0.0

1.3

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Blender
Software Version:	2.60.0.0
File Version:	1.3
File Size:	67584
File Date:	12/28/2019
MD5 Checksum:	dc5a6faaf17d2b6fce38a093e6a7b78a
SHA1 Checksum:	f075cdce11ef6b88218723fbb54b917c3f16855d
SHA256 Checksum:	e10edbc5865a62435f063e40417855f3541070ee85a270b6d50aaaac29996464
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Blender Foundation\Blender\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	24576
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/28/2019

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