Troubleshooting BstkSharedFolders.dll DLL Errors and Downloading Updates

Last Updated: 12/01/2024
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

BstkSharedFolders.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Bluestacks Shared Folders Host Service file. It is classified as a Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for Bluestack Hypervisor by BlueStacks Corporation.

The first version of BstkSharedFolders.dll for BlueStacks 4.140.2.1004 was seen on 10/07/2019 in Windows 10. This is not only most recent release from BlueStacks Corporation, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, DLL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of BstkSharedFolders.dll.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: BstkSharedFolders.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Bluestacks Shared Folders Host Service
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Bluestack System Inc.
Software Program: Bluestack Hypervisor
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2015 Bluestacks Systems.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Private build
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x682c
Code Size: 24064


What are BstkSharedFolders.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library BstkSharedFolders.dll Errors

BstkSharedFolders.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like BstkSharedFolders.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like 7zr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. BlueStacks) could share the same BstkSharedFolders.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 BstkSharedFolders.dll is attempted to be loaded either when BlueStacks is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common BstkSharedFolders.dll errors include:

Your BstkSharedFolders.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with BlueStacks), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, BstkSharedFolders.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading BlueStacks, system crash while loading BstkSharedFolders.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.



How to Fix BstkSharedFolders.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 BstkSharedFolders.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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the BstkSharedFolders.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

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

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for BlueStacks 4.140.2.1004 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

BlueStacks 4.140.2.1004

BlueStacks Corporation

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 BstkSharedFolders.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your BstkSharedFolders.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 BstkSharedFolders.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free BstkSharedFolders.dll files for every applicable version of BlueStacks. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download BstkSharedFolders.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate BlueStacks folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\BlueStacks\
  4. 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 BstkSharedFolders.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.



Download BstkSharedFolders.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


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

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