Apps & runtime · medium

How to fixDLL_MISSING_MSVCP140

MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll Missing

What this error means

MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll Missing ranks as a medium-severity software runtime issue in our database. An application error dialog stating that the program cannot start because MSVCP140.dll or VCRUNTIME140.dll was not found on your system. This DLL is part of the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable framework. Another common trigger is file corrupted or deleted by antivirus. Follow the steps below to fix it.

Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.

Work through these checks

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01Download and install Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 from official Microsoft site

Download and install Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 from official Microsoft site.

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02Reinstall the application

Reinstall the application.

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03Run SFC tool

Run SFC tool.

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Possible causes

  • Visual C++ Redistributable package not installed
  • File corrupted or deleted by antivirus