Microsoft Office DLL CTAPI3T2.DLL

How to Fix CTAPI3T2.DLL Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
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CTAPI3T2.DLL uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a CTAPI v3 to 2 converter file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for CTAPI v3 to 2 converter by Microsoft.

CTAPI3T2.DLL was first released in the Windows XP Operating System on 05/31/2001 with Office XP. On 08/19/2003, version 1.0.3522 was released for Office 2003.

Please continue reading to find your correct CTAPI3T2.DLL file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	CTAPI3T2.DLL
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
Legal Copyright:	© 2000 Microsoft. All Rights Reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2639
Code Size:	20480

View Other CTAPI3T2.DLL Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	44 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:05:10 20:58:04+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:01:42+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	1999:11:22 10:00:53+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	6.0
Code Size:	20480
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2639
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.0.0.3522
Product Version Number:	1.0.0.3522
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
File Version:	1.0.3522
Internal Name:	ctapi3t2
Legal Copyright:	© 2000 Microsoft. All Rights Reserved.
Original Filename:	ctapi3t2.dll
Product Name:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
Product Version:	1.0.3522
Legal Trademarks:	Microsoft® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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What are CTAPI3T2.DLL Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library CTAPI3T2.DLL Errors

CTAPI3T2.DLL is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like CTAPI3T2.DLL, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like wisptis.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Office) could share the same CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.DLL is attempted to be loaded either when Office is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common CTAPI3T2.DLL errors include:

Access Violation at address - CTAPI3T2.DLL.
CTAPI3T2.DLL could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\PROOF\CTAPI3T2.DLL.
Cannot register CTAPI3T2.DLL.
Cannot start Office. A required component is missing: CTAPI3T2.DLL. Please install Office again.
Failed to load CTAPI3T2.DLL.
The application has failed to start because CTAPI3T2.DLL was not found.
The file CTAPI3T2.DLL is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because CTAPI3T2.DLL was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your CTAPI3T2.DLL file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Office), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, CTAPI3T2.DLL file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Office, system crash while loading CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.DLL error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Office 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 Office 2003 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Office 2003

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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 CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.DLL file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free CTAPI3T2.DLL files for every applicable version of Office. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download CTAPI3T2.DLL Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Office folder location:

Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\PROOF\
Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\PROOF\
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 XP.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve CTAPI3T2.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 CTAPI3T2.DLL Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying CTAPI3T2.DLL to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Office 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 CTAPI3T2.DLL and all other DLL files for Office. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Office XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CTAPI3T2.DLL

1.0.0.3522

1.0.3522

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
Software Version:	1.0.0.3522
File Version:	1.0.3522
File Size:	45121
File Date:	05/10/2017
MD5 Checksum:	35ec303f206f1327c31b06fa5fc3c1ce
SHA1 Checksum:	318eb7c633950b56faacf632ded8c76edf7bf42f
SHA256 Checksum:	fb651cba6684a59a40b8ef93cb728b12e5ad7a69bfe615ee6915fbf7ba240e75
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	05/10/2017

Office 2003

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

CTAPI3T2.DLL

1.0.0.3522

1.0.3522

32-bit (x32)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	CTAPI v3 to 2 converter
Software Version:	1.0.0.3522
File Version:	1.0.3522
File Size:	45121
File Date:	05/10/2017
MD5 Checksum:	35ec303f206f1327c31b06fa5fc3c1ce
SHA1 Checksum:	318eb7c633950b56faacf632ded8c76edf7bf42f
SHA256 Checksum:	fb651cba6684a59a40b8ef93cb728b12e5ad7a69bfe615ee6915fbf7ba240e75
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Linker Version:	6.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	05/10/2017

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