YL Software WinUtilities Free Edition OCX wbocx.ocx

How to Repair Wbocx.ocx (Free Download)

Last Updated: 12/08/2023
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

wbocx.ocx uses the OCX file extension, which is more specifically known as a WindowBlinds : DirectSkin file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for WindowBlinds : DirectSkin by YL Software.

wbocx.ocx was initially released with WinUtilities Free Edition 13.19 on 11/25/2016 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from YL Software.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, OCX file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of wbocx.ocx.

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File Overview


General Information ✻
File Name: wbocx.ocx
File Extension: OCX file extension
Description: WindowBlinds : DirectSkin
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
Comments: This OCX control is not for free use. Only for use by licensed customers of Stardock.Net, Inc
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Stardock Corporation
Software Program: WindowBlinds : DirectSkin
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2000-2007 Stardock Corporation
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (British)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x5e683
Code Size: 385024
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What are wbocx.ocx Error Messages?


ActiveX-Related wbocx.ocx Errors

wbocx.ocx is considered a type of COM file, or Component Object Model, most commonly known as an ActiveX control. ActiveX controls like wbocx.ocx are used by WinUtilities Free Edition and other software to display media-related content. Therefore, your will most likely encounter a wbocx.ocx error when attempting to load an audio or video clip, or view some variety of embedded website content. Some of the most common wbocx.ocx ActiveX errors include:

These OCX errors are most commonly due a missing or corrupt OCX. If your file is missing or corrupt, this could be caused by improper computer shutdown, or a malware infection, both of which could corrupt (or even delete) wbocx.ocx. If your wbocx.ocx is corrupted or missing, and therefore cannot be properly loaded by WinUtilities Free Edition, this will result in an error message.

Finally, another common cause of wbocx.ocx ActiveX errors can be contributed to an ActiveX-related subkey missing from the Windows registry. Broken DLL (Dynamic Link Library) references in the Windows registry can prevent wbocx.ocx from registering properly, resulting in an ActiveX error. These broken references (registry keys) are usually triggered by a moved or missing file, or as a result of a leftover DLL file reference after a shared program has been uninstalled.

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How to Fix wbocx.ocx Errors in 4 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your wbocx.ocx issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Use Microsoft Register Server (regsvr) to Manually Register Your wbocx.ocx File

When you install WinUtilities Free Edition, or another software that uses the wbocx.ocx dependency, the software should register the file automatically. Sometimes your OCX file won't get registered properly and will trigger a "wbocx.ocx not registered" error. Thankfully, Microsoft included a handy built-in utility called "Microsoft Register Server" (regsvr32.exe) to enable you to manually re-register your wbocx.ocx file.

How to re-register wbocx.ocx from an elevated command prompt (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "command" (do not presss ENTER yet)
  3. While holding CTRL-Shift, hit ENTER.
  4. You will be prompted with a permission dialog box.
  5. Click Yes.
  6. Type this command: regsvr32 /u wbocx.ocx
  7. Hit ENTER. This process will UN-register your file, allowing you to RE-register it.
  8. Type this command: regsvr32 /i wbocx.ocx
  9. Hit ENTER. This process will RE-register your file.
  10. Close the command prompt window.
  11. Re-start WinUtilities Free Edition.

regsvr32 /u wbocx.ocx

Step 2: 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 wbocx.ocx error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 3: If recently installed WinUtilities Free Edition (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling WinUtilities Free Edition software.

You can uninstall WinUtilities Free Edition 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 WinUtilities Free Edition 13.19 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall WinUtilities Free Edition software.

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

WinUtilities Free Edition 13.19

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Step 4: 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 wbocx.ocx 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 wbocx.ocx 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 wbocx.ocx 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 wbocx.ocx file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free wbocx.ocx files for every applicable version of WinUtilities Free Edition. 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 wbocx.ocx Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate WinUtilities Free Edition folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
  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 wbocx.ocx 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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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying wbocx.ocx to your appropriate Windows system directory. YL Software typically does not release WinUtilities Free Edition OCX 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 wbocx.ocx and all other OCX files for WinUtilities Free Edition. An incorrectly installed OCX file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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Files Related to wbocx.ocx


OCX Files Related to wbocx.ocx

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