Quark Software Inc. QuarkXPress DLL pdfEngine.dll

Download and Repair DLL Errors: PdfEngine.dll

Last Updated: 11/27/2024
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pdfEngine.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a pdfEngine file. It is classified as a Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for pdfEngine by Quark Software Inc..

The first version of pdfEngine.dll for QuarkXPress 9.5.1 was seen on 03/13/2013 in Windows 10. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Quark Software Inc..

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	pdfEngine.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	pdfEngine
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:	callas software gmbh
Software Program:	pdfEngine
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2000-2019

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	German
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1b52a4
Code Size:	2067456

View Other pdfEngine.dll Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	2.6 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:10 13:31:04+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:07:10 17:11:11+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.12
Code Size:	2067456
Initialized Data Size:	632320
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1b52a4
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	10.2.509.0
Product Version Number:	10.2.509.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	German
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	callas software gmbh
File Description:	pdfEngine
File Version:	10.2 (509)
Internal Name:	pdfEngine
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2000-2019
Product Name:	pdfEngine
Product Version:	10.2 (509)
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:
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What are pdfEngine.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library pdfEngine.dll Errors

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

Access Violation at address - pdfEngine.dll.
pdfEngine.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files\Quark\QuarkXPress 2019\PDFToolBox\pdfEngine.dll.
Cannot register pdfEngine.dll.
Cannot start QuarkXPress. A required component is missing: pdfEngine.dll. Please install QuarkXPress again.
Failed to load pdfEngine.dll.
The application has failed to start because pdfEngine.dll was not found.
The file pdfEngine.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because pdfEngine.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

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

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

You can uninstall QuarkXPress 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 QuarkXPress 9.5.1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

QuarkXPress 9.5.1

Quark Software Inc.

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Quark\QuarkXPress 2019\PDFToolBox\
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 pdfEngine.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 pdfEngine.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

QuarkXPress 9.5.1

QuarkXPress 9.5.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

pdfEngine.dll

10.2.509.0

10.2 (509)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	pdfEngine
Software Version:	10.2.509.0
File Version:	10.2 (509)
File Size:	2699792
File Date:	01/10/2020
MD5 Checksum:	4b04492d17b8f09df71d9e67ede4b535
SHA1 Checksum:	8d51142113a58000cedf8f50cf0009ed3f96a5b4
SHA256 Checksum:	d392cb707f810e969a2435b1f2234a2c96cca1d042db666dbaf7025a6457c5ca
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Quark\QuarkXPress 2019\PDFToo ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	632320
Linker Version:	14.12
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/10/2020

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