The file msvcp100.dll is a part of the Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package. It is associated with the Microsoft C Runtime Library and is essential for running applications developed with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 using the C++ programming language. This DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file contains standard C++ library functions that are used by various software applications. The 'msvcp' in its name stands for Microsoft Visual C++ and the '100' denotes the version of the compiler (Visual Studio 2010 in this case) that was used to compile the code that requires this particular DLL.
When software developers create an application using Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, they might use various built-in functions provided by the C++ standard library. These functions are not included in the application itself but are instead accessed through the msvcp100.dll file. This approach allows multiple programs to share the capabilities programmed into a single file, reducing the overall size of the software and saving memory.
However, if msvcp100.dll is missing or corrupted on a user's system, any application that relies on this file might not start or function correctly, leading to errors. This is why sometimes when installing software, the installation process might include the Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package to ensure that all necessary runtime components are in place. Users encountering issues with this DLL might need to reinstall the redistributable package to restore functionality to the affected applications.
About msvcp100.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 msvcp100.dll to restore missing .dll files and fix dll errors.
- Download and install a new copy of msvcp100.dll to fix dll errors.
- In some cases, you may need to register msvcp100.dll in Windows.
- View our guides to troubleshoot and fix common .dll errors.
Windows Error Examples:
This application has failed to start because msvcp100.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
msvcp100.dll Not Found.