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MSVCP140.dll Missing — Visual C++ Runtime Error

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Overview

The error MSVCP140.dll is missing means an application requires the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable which is not installed.

Key Details

  • MSVCP140.dll is part of the Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable
  • Required by thousands of applications and games built with Visual Studio
  • Error appears at application launch: 'The code execution cannot proceed because MSVCP140.dll was not found'
  • Both x86 and x64 versions may be needed depending on the application
  • One of the most common DLL errors on Windows

Common Causes

  • Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable not installed
  • Redistributable installation corrupted or incomplete
  • Application installer failed to include the prerequisite
  • Antivirus quarantined the DLL file
  • Windows system file corruption affecting the runtime

Steps

  1. 1Download and install Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable from Microsoft (both x86 and x64)
  2. 2Direct links: search 'Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable latest' on microsoft.com
  3. 3If already installed, repair it via Settings > Apps > Microsoft Visual C++ > Modify > Repair
  4. 4Check antivirus quarantine for false-positive detection of the DLL
  5. 5Run sfc /scannow to repair any corrupted system files

Tags

windowsdllmsvcp140visual-c++runtime

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Frequently Asked Questions

Never. Always install the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable. Third-party DLL sites often distribute malware.