aclayers.dll: Overview The file aclayers.dll stands for "Application Compatibility Layers Dynamic Link Library." It is a system file in Windows operating systems designed to help older applications run on newer versions of Windows.
| Version | File Size | Company | Architecture | Language | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2.9200.16420 (win8_gdr.120919-1813) | 236.5 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.2.9200.16420 (win8_gdr.120919-1813) | 304.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7601.22298 (win7sp1_ldr.130412-1534) | 342.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7601.22248 (win7sp1_ldr.130211-1434) | 342.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7601.19050 (win7sp1_gdr.151029-0600) | 549.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7601.18076 (win7sp1_gdr.130211-1434) | 342.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7601.17974 (win7sp1_gdr.121015-1833) | 548.5 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255) | 546.5 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.0.6002.18417 (vistasp2_gdr.110303-0236) | 530.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 6.0.6001.22132 (vistasp1_ldr.080307-1506) | 528.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 10.0.17763.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) | 385.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 10.0.17763.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) | 306.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 10.0.10240.16425 (th1.150802-1600) | 327.5 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x86 (32-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
| 10.0.10240.16425 (th1.150802-1600) | 238.0 KB | Microsoft Corporation | x64 (64-bit) | English (United States) | Download |
The file aclayers.dll stands for "Application Compatibility Layers Dynamic Link Library." It is a system file in Windows operating systems designed to help older applications run on newer versions of Windows. It manages compatibility settings for applications that may not be fully compatible with the operating system.
The aclayers.dll file is typically located in the following directory:
C:\Windows\System32\This file is published by Microsoft Corporation, which develops and maintains the Windows operating system.
The aclayers.dll file is an important component for ensuring that legacy applications run smoothly on modern versions of Windows. It is not recommended to delete this file, as doing so might cause compatibility issues with older applications.
While aclayers.dll is generally safe, common issues and security concerns include:
aclayers.dll can lead to application compatibility problems.aclayers.dll to avoid detection. Always ensure your system is protected with up-to-date antivirus software.If you encounter an error stating that aclayers.dll is missing, follow these steps to resolve it:
sfc /scannow to check and repair any corrupted system files.