Sony Creative Software Sony Movie Studio 13 DLL sfs4rw.dll

Sfs4rw.dll - Download and Fix DLL Errors

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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The development of Sony S4RW by Sony Creative Software prompted the latest creation of sfs4rw.dll. It is also known as a Sony S4RW Component file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for sfs4rw.dll was on 08/31/2018 inside Vegas Pro 16 16. The latest file update released for Sony Movie Studio 13 13.0.189 was on 12/12/2014 [file version Version 1.0 (Build 4619)].

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free sfs4rw.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	sfs4rw.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Sony S4RW Component
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:	Sony Creative Software Inc.
Software Program:	Sony S4RW
Legal Copyright:	Copyright 2007. Sony Creative Software Inc.,

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	Unknown (04E4)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x30003f
Entry Point:	0x9cfc4
Code Size:	643072

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File Info	Description
File Size:	1593 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:24 09:21:43+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2007:11:14 17:51:01+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	7.10
Code Size:	643072
Initialized Data Size:	1159168
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x9cfc4
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	4.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.0.0.4619
Product Version Number:	1.0.0.4619
File Flags Mask:	0x30003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Unknown (04E4)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	Sony Creative Software Inc.
File Description:	Sony S4RW Component
File Version:	Version 1.0 (Build 4619)
Internal Name:	sfs4rw.DLL
Legal Copyright:	Copyright 2007. Sony Creative Software Inc.,
Product Name:	Sony S4RW
Product Version:	Version 1.0 (Build 4619)

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What are sfs4rw.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library sfs4rw.dll Errors

sfs4rw.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like sfs4rw.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. Sony Movie Studio 13) could share the same sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Sony Movie Studio 13 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common sfs4rw.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - sfs4rw.dll.
sfs4rw.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Movie Studio 13.0\sfs4rw.dll.
Cannot register sfs4rw.dll.
Cannot start Sony Movie Studio 13. A required component is missing: sfs4rw.dll. Please install Sony Movie Studio 13 again.
Failed to load sfs4rw.dll.
The application has failed to start because sfs4rw.dll was not found.
The file sfs4rw.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because sfs4rw.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your sfs4rw.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Sony Movie Studio 13), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, sfs4rw.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Sony Movie Studio 13, system crash while loading sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Sony Movie Studio 13 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Sony Movie Studio 13 software.

You can uninstall Sony Movie Studio 13 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 Sony Movie Studio 13 13.0.189 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Sony Movie Studio 13 software.

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

Sony Movie Studio 13 13.0.189

Sony Creative Software

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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sfs4rw.dll files for every applicable version of Sony Movie Studio 13. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download sfs4rw.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Sony Movie Studio 13 folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Movie Studio 13.0\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\
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 sfs4rw.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 sfs4rw.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sfs4rw.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Sony Creative Software typically does not release Sony Movie Studio 13 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 sfs4rw.dll and all other DLL files for Sony Movie Studio 13. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Sony Movie Studio 13 13.0.189

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sfs4rw.dll

1.0.0.4619

Version 1.0 (Build 4619)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Sony S4RW
Software Version:	1.0.0.4619
File Version:	Version 1.0 (Build 4619)
File Size:	1631576
File Date:	01/24/2020
MD5 Checksum:	cb428e37dbb58b5b2dc1b1d2d196971d
SHA1 Checksum:	38418369fbe712760f7acc569eaec39cb817174b
SHA256 Checksum:	951c1ab1a0779d8193a266ce4f88ebbdc3e4245eb60cfa5414d3a7c5719700f9
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Movie Studio 13.0\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	1159168
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:	01/24/2020

Vegas Pro 16 16

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sfs4rw.dll

1.0.0.4620

Version 1.0 (Build 4620)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VEGAS S4RW
Software Version:	1.0.0.4620
File Version:	Version 1.0 (Build 4620)
File Size:	1639296
File Date:	11/18/2019
MD5 Checksum:	9098c3ed6e02b5332c3c1e6ba2f13bd5
SHA1 Checksum:	613532afb6442c41daea8133cad337d74c3b3010
SHA256 Checksum:	34dbf452c43c900b83e0d927433e596f68210774487cb82f616b4498c73e260b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	1159168
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:	11/18/2019

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