In some cases, jscript.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure.
Jscript.dll Errors
There are several ways jscript.dll errors can show up on your computer:
Jscript.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because jscript.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\jscript.dllThe file jscript.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: jscript.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.
Jscript.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation.
How to Fix Jscript.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re given below to try the more likely fixes first.
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. If you suspect this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover the file with a free file recovery program. The jscript.dll file may or may not be related to video cards—this was just an example. The key here is to pay very close attention to the context of the error and troubleshoot accordingly. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible. We rarely recommend the use of registry cleaners. We’ve included the option here as a “last resort” attempt before the destructive step coming up next.
