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Fix VCOMP140.DLL Not Found or Missing Errors [5 Easy Tips]
Download the Microsoft VCOMP140.dll file with these steps
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Updated onMarch 20, 2024
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If you use the Media Go app, or its successor Music Center for PC, on aWindows 10/11 computer, you may have already encountered the missingVCOMP140.dllerror. This can appear when you try to add or delete content from the multimedia folders.
The complete error message reads:The code execution cannot proceed because VCOMP140.dll was not found. Reinstalling the program may fix the problem.
The good news is that you can quickly fix this issue by installing Microsoft’s Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio.
MissingVCOMP140.dllcan prevent you from running your favorite applications, Speaking of which, a user reported the following problem:
My computer has aWindows 1064-bit operating system. When I went to use Media Go to change some music files on my model NWZE385 Walkman, it initially let me delete some albums […] As soon as Media Go tried to reopen, anerror messagesayingThe program can’t start because vcomp140.dllis missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix the problem. […] I’ve no idea how to recover the file since I do not want to utilize one of those third-party file recovery services since I can probably buy a new Walkman for what those services cost.
So let’s find out all about theVCOMP140.dllfile and the solutions if it is missing in Windows 11 & 10.
What is VCOMP140?
Microsoft is the creator of theDLL fileknown as COMP140.DLL. The Microsoft® C/C++ OpenMP Runtime is another name for this component.TheVCOMP140.dllfile is an integral component of the Windows operating system. It is an important file that guarantees the correct operation of all Windows apps.Fortunately, you can downloadVCOMP140.dllon your computer and fix the missing issue. Keep on reading to find out how!
There are many third-party tools available, and the majority of them live up to their claims of being able to repair or replace DLLs that have been damaged or lost.
Don’t forget that you may apply them in all these unfortunate scenarios:
For more detailed, step-by-step solutions, check out our post on how tofix DLL files missing from your Windows 10/11 PC.
But now, let’s see what to do ifVCOMP140.dllis missing and get back to using your PC error-free. Follow along! Also, these would work irrespective of whetherVCOMP140.dllis missing on the 64-bit or 32-bit version of Windows.
How do I fix VCOMP140 dll missing?
1. Install Visual C++ Redistributable
Once the installation is complete, you will be able to run the application and not encounter theVCOMP140.dllis missing error anymore.
Note that Media Go is no longer supported; instead, you can use Music Center for PC, as it is essentially its successor.
While the solution focuses on Music Center, the idea remains the same for all apps. Just uninstall it, get the required redistributable packages, and then reinstall the program that threw theVCOMP140.dllis missing error in Windows.
This quick workaround should fix the problem and eliminate the annoying Missing vcomp140.dll error, so be sure to try it out.
2. Copy files from your PC or another computer
You can quickly fix the problem with missingVCOMP140.dllsimply by copying the file from another PC. But, of course, if you don’t have another PC nearby, you can always search your PC forVCOMP140.dll.
Sometimes this file can be available inWindows.olddirectory. So you have to copy it to the application’s directory that is giving you this error, and you’re good to go.
After copying the missing file, the issue should be resolved. However, keep in mind that this isn’t the most reliable solution since you might not be able to find the problematic file on another PC.
Some users are also suggesting downloading the missing.dllfiles from the Internet. Many websites allow you to download.dllfiles, but some of them might not be trustworthy, so keep in mind that you’re using them at your own risk.
Generally, it’s always safer to transfer the missing files from another PC.
3. Look for the VCRedist directory
If you’re getting theVCOMP140.dllis missingerror messagewhile trying to run a particular game, the problem might be related to Visual C++ Redistributable.
Download the necessary Redistributable package from Microsoft’s website to fix this problem. Since many versions are available, finding the most suitable version is often the tricky part.
On the bright side, many games come with necessary redistributables, and you can install them manually.
To find the required files, open your game’s installation directory and navigate to theVCRedistdirectory. You should see two files available here. Install both and check if the issue is resolved.
4. Perform the SFC and DISM scans
If you see theVCOMP140.dllis missing error in Windows 10 or 11, it could be due to file corruption. To fix the problem, performing an SFC scan is advised.
Once the SFC scan is finished, check if the problem is resolved. You might have to perform aDISMscan if the issue persists.
If you could not run an SFC scan before, try running it after completing the DISM scan. Then, after you complete both scans, check if the error appears.
Find out thebest ways to use DISM commandsto seamlessly repair issues with the PC!
5. Install DirectX
When users attempt to launch a specific video game, they frequently see an error message stating that certain files are missing. If vcomp140.dll is missing from your computer, installing DirectX might be the solution to your problem.
Installing the necessary version of DirectX is all that is needed to rectify the situation, after which the problem should no longer exist. You may get the required files by going toMicrosoft’s websiteand downloading them from there.
How can I fix the missing VCOMP140.DLL in Windows 11?
Users have reported that their antivirus software can occasionally cause problems with Visual C++ Redistributables and prevent them from installing the necessary files, in turn leading toVCOMP140.DLLmissing in Windows 11.
You must turn off your antivirus software to determine whether or not this resolves the issue. If deactivating the antivirus software does not resolve the case, you will need touninstall the app.
Downloading aspecialist uninstaller softwareand utilizing it to delete all files linked with your antivirus software is the most effective approach to do this task.
After removing the antivirus software, you should next attempt to install the Visual C++ Redistributables.There have been several reports of difficulties with AVG, but this issue can also occur with other antivirus programs. Therefore you must delete or disable it immediately. Afterward, choose a betterantivirus that won’t interfere with Windows DLL files.
Where are DLL files located Windows 11?
The problem may almost always be fixed by thoroughly reinstalling theVCOMP140.DLLfile on your personal computer under the Windows System folder. The path for it is:
C:\Windows\System32
Alternately, specific applications, most notably PC games, call for the DLL file to be stored within the folder designated for the game or application’s installation.
A missingVCOMP140.DLLfile can prevent you from running your favorite applications. This isn’t a grave error, and you can fix it in most cases simply by transferring the missing files from another computer.
Also, find out what to do if you come across theMicrosoft Visual C++ runtime library error in Windows 10/11.
Did these solutions help you solve the problem? Please leave us your answer in the comment section below.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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