The DLL is usually corrupted or deleted because of malware, antivirus, or user errors. But in addition to these, a failed upgrade or installation could also be the reason for this error. We’ve discussed all such causes and how to resolve them in detail in the guide below. The best way to fix the VCRUNTIME140.dll not found error is to manually download the DLL file and place it in the appropriate location. In case that doesn’t work, you should repair or reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable and the faulty program. You’ll find detailed instructions for each of these in the respective sections below.
Download VCRUNTIME140.dll
When downloading the DLL File, it’s important that you check the architecture section and get the correct version for your OS (32bit – x86 or 64bit – x64). And when installing the DLL this way, it’s necessary to manually register it as well. Here are the necessary steps to do so:
Repair/Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable
Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable is basically a standard collection of library files necessary for most applications. We recommend repairing the packages on your PC first, and if that doesn’t work, installing the latest versions. Here are the steps to do so:
Reinstall Faulty Program
If you’re still encountering the VCRUNTIME140.dll Not Found error, the issue is likely the program you’re trying to run. There are a couple of possible scenarios here. Either the installation got interrupted, so the program wasn’t installed properly. Or, it installed fine, but some of the program’s files are now missing or corrupt. This is usually due to malware, or in some cases, antivirus software mistaking certain files as malware and removing them. Either way, reinstalling the program once more should resolve this issue. And while you’re at it, we recommend scanning your PC for malware and setting your antivirus to only delete files after you’ve confirmed them to be a threat. This should ensure that a similar issue doesn’t arise again in the future.
