The file `api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll` is part of the Universal CRT (C Runtime) which is a component of the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. This DLL is one of the many ApiSet Stub DLLs that provide mappings to the actual implementations of standard C library functions, specifically those related to input/output operations, such as reading from and writing to files and the console. The Universal CRT is a key part of the system's runtime libraries and is used by a wide array of applications for basic functionalities.
When you encounter an error with `api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll`, it typically suggests there's a problem with the Universal CRT on your system, which might be missing, corrupted, or incompatible with the application you're trying to run. This is often observed when an application requires a specific version of the Windows operating system or the Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio that is not present on the system.
To resolve issues related to `api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll`, installing or repairing the Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015, 2017, and 2019 might help, as these versions of the redistributable include the Universal CRT. Microsoft provides these packages on its official website. Additionally, ensuring that your Windows operating system is up to date is crucial because updates often include the latest versions of system libraries, including the Universal CRT. If the problem persists after these steps, running the System File Checker tool (`sfc /scannow` in the command prompt) can help repair corrupted system files.
About api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll
How to Fix DLL Errors:
To fix .dll errors, you can try these common solutions. While some errors might need more detailed fixes, these initial steps often solve the most common problems.
- Re-install the application that requires api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll to restore missing .dll files and fix dll errors.
- Download and install a new copy of api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll to fix dll errors.
- In some cases, you may need to register api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll in Windows.
- View our guides to troubleshoot and fix common .dll errors.
Windows Error Examples:
This application has failed to start because api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
api-ms-win-crt-stdio-11-1-0.dll Not Found.