About vcruntime140.dll
"vcruntime140.dll" is a dynamic link library (DLL) file that is part of the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio package. It is provided by Microsoft Corporation and is essential for running applications developed with Visual C++.
This DLL is critical for maintaining compatibility and functionality of many modern Windows applications, making it a key system component.
Purpose and Function
- Runtime Support: It contains runtime components of the Microsoft C Runtime Library, providing core functions such as memory management, exception handling, and standard C/C++ library functions.
- Dependency: Many Windows applications, especially those built with Microsoft Visual Studio 2015, 2017, or later, depend on this file for proper execution.
- Compatibility: It enables developers to distribute applications without including the complete Visual Studio environment.
Common Scenarios
- Missing or Corrupted File: If this DLL is missing or corrupted, you might encounter errors like:
- The program cant start because vcruntime140.dll is missing from your computer.
- vcruntime140.dll not found.
- Solution: Reinstalling the Visual C++ Redistributable package typically resolves the issue.
Technical Details
- Location: Usually located in the `System32` or `SysWOW64` folder, depending on your system architecture.
- Versions: Different versions of `vcruntime140.dll` exist, corresponding to different updates of the Visual Studio Redistributable.
- Architecture: Available for both 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
This DLL is critical for maintaining compatibility and functionality of many modern Windows applications, making it a key system component.
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 vcruntime140.dll to restore missing .dll files and fix dll errors.
- Download and install a new copy of vcruntime140.dll to fix dll errors.
- In some cases, you may need to register vcruntime140.dll in Windows.
- View our guides to troubleshoot and fix common .dll errors.
Windows Error Examples:
This application has failed to start because vcruntime140.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
vcruntime140.dll Not Found.