steam_apir.dll is an executable dynamic link library component that is part of the Steam game store. The file is needed for the correct launch and correct error of various games, for example, Serious Sam 3. Otherwise, the user receives an error when the system fails to detect the DLL.
What is this file
The Microsoft operating system, as well as various application software, consists of libraries. Those are divided into files, some of which are DLLs. Naturally, if any component is damaged, the combination as a whole will not be able to work correctly.
Manual installation of this kind of files in Windows OS is carried out in two stages. This process will be discussed in more detail later.
How to fix
Let's move on to the process of copying a missing or damaged file, as well as its further registration:
- First you need to determine the bitness of the installed operating system. The easiest way to do this is to use the hotkey combination “Win” + “Pause”. Depending on the information received, copy the pre-downloaded file to one of the system directories.
For Windows 32 Bit: C:\Windows\System32
For Windows 64 Bit: C:\Windows\SysWOW64
- Next, launch the command line with administrator rights. Using the operator
cd
go to the folder to which you just moved the file. Further via:regsvr32 steam_apir.dll
We carry out registration.
Download
You can download the latest official version of the file for free using the button attached below.
Language: | Russian |
Activation: | Free options |
Developer: | Microsoft |
Platform: | Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, 11 |