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Api-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll Missing [Fix]
Re-register the DLL directory in the File Explorer
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Updated onApril 2, 2024
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The API-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll missing error arises when the file isn’t available for the app to use including Epic Games Launcher.
It appears when you try to launch the app, causing it to crash or freeze. However, this guide will take you through some ways to resolve the error on your PC.
Likewise, our readers may be interested in our guide on the ways torepair missing Windows 10 DLL filessoftware for Windows PC.
Why is API-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll missing?
Numerous factors can causeThis application failed to start because API-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll was not founderror. Some notable ones are:
As we go further into this article, we’ll discuss how to fix the issue and make the DLL file available for the system.
What can I do if API-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll is missing?
Before trying any advanced troubleshooting steps, go through the following:
Proceed with the fixes below if you can’t resolve the error:
1. Use a dedicated DLL repair tool
Api-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32-l2-1-0.dll is a Microsoft Windows Operating System file developed by Microsoft. Users running into the file not found error can cause issues with the programs using it. However, repairing the file can be challenging if you don’t have prior tech knowledge.
Fortunately, there are dedicatedDLL fixing toolsthat can help. Furthermore, they don’t require prior professional experience in tech-related tasks. All you need to do is to begin the scan, and they’ll find and repair the missing file.
2. Move files into the Bin/Binaries folder of the app
Because users encounter the error when using the Epic Games Launcher, pasting the file in its directory can fix the error.
In addition, you can check our guide about installing and fixingmissing DLL files on Windows 11. Also, check our article about fixingEpic Games Launcher API-ms-win-downlevel-kernel32error.
If you have other questions and suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
