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Dependency Walker (64-Bit) maps how modules connect, giving developers a view of what an executable or library pulls in. It also builds a dependency tree diagram and shows an export and import listing per module, so it’s easy to quickly see what functions are called and where they come from.

Used for troubleshooting load failures, Dependency Walker (64-Bit) flags issues with missing module detection and reveals call patterns via runtime profiling. It understands delay-load dependency support, so dynamic loads aren’t missed. The result is quicker root-cause analysis when apps fail to start or act inconsistently across environments.

Dependency analysis for reliable troubleshooting

Dependency Walker (64-Bit) focuses on how code pieces rely on each other, not on looks. It flags conflicts like circular dependency detection that can cause unpredictable starts, and lets users steer resolution with custom module search order to mirror real environments. These mechanics shorten the path to a fix by showing what must be present, what can be optional, and what loads only on certain code paths.

For repeatable workflows, console mode automation runs scans, saves outputs, and exits — useful for automated builds and nightly checks. Teams can keep results outside the tool with CSV and text report export, making diffs and audits simple. The approach is fast because it avoids full execution except when profiling is requested, so most runs finish quickly while still exposing the relationships and failure points that matter.

There are trade-offs. As a static inspector, it can flag optional modules or delay-load failures that are normal for a program, so results require judgment and, when needed, a profiling run. For broader runtime views, pair it with tools like Process Monitor or Process Explorer, but keep this utility for fast, focused dependency checks. It remains free to use, which helps teams standardize diagnostics without license hurdles. 

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  • Pros

    • Flags missing modules early
    • Profiles runtime to catch dynamic loads
    • Automates scans through console mode
  • Cons

    • Warnings may reflect optional modules
    • Results require judgment to interpret
    • Visual polish is not a focus

Bottom Line

Dependable dependency insight for build stability

Dependency Walker (64-Bit) earns a spot in any troubleshooting toolkit. It clarifies what must be present, what is optional, and why an app fails to start, accelerating fixes without extra ceremony. Use it for pre-flight checks, reproducible investigations, and clean hand-offs across teams where a concise dependency snapshot prevents guesswork and shortens time to resolution. It is free to use, reducing friction when standardizing diagnostics across multiple environments.

What’s new in version 2.2.6

  • Moved to an HTML help system with updated help text
  • Improved side-by-side support for DLL manifests and app.exe.local files
  • Updated internal OS version and flag information


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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
2.2.6
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 10
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows 7
Additional Requirements
None
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Total Downloads
89,799
Downloads Last Week
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Developer’s Description

Scan any Windows module and build a tree diagram of all dependent modules.
Dependency Walker (64-Bit) scans any 32-bit or 64-bit Windows module and builds a hierarchical tree diagram of all dependent modules. For each module found, it lists all the functions that are exported by that module, and which of those functions are actually being called by other modules. Another view displays the minimum set of required files, along with detailed information about each file including a full path to the file, base address, version numbers, machine type, and debug information. Dependency Walker (64-Bit) is also very useful for troubleshooting system errors related to loading and executing modules. Dependency Walker (64-Bit) detects many common application problems such as missing modules, invalid modules, import/export mismatches, circular dependency errors, mismatched machine types of modules, and module initialization failures.

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