The `d3dx9_29.dll` is part of the Direct3D 9 Extensions, a collection of application programming interfaces (APIs) for handling tasks related to multimedia, especially game programming and video, on Microsoft platforms. This DLL is specifically from the DirectX 9 series, which was designed to provide developers with the tools needed to create high-performance, high-detail graphical content for their applications, including advanced 3D graphics and effects.
The "d3dx9" prefix indicates that the DLL is related to the DirectX 9 version, with the number "29" signifying a specific version or update within this series. Each version of the `d3dx9` DLLs offers different functionalities or improvements, and applications that rely on DirectX 9 may require a specific version of these DLLs to run correctly.
If an application needs `d3dx9_29.dll` and it's missing or corrupted on the system, users might experience errors when trying to run the application, often indicated by messages stating the DLL is not found. Resolving such issues generally involves reinstalling the DirectX 9 runtime, which should include the necessary version of the DLL. Microsoft provides updates and installation packages for DirectX, ensuring backward compatibility with older versions like DirectX 9 to support a wide range of applications and games.
About d3dx9_29.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 d3dx9_29.dll to restore missing .dll files and fix dll errors.
- Download and install a new copy of d3dx9_29.dll to fix dll errors.
- In some cases, you may need to register d3dx9_29.dll in Windows.
- View our guides to troubleshoot and fix common .dll errors.
Windows Error Examples:
This application has failed to start because d3dx9_29.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
d3dx9_29.dll Not Found.