How to Resolve the vcruntime140.dll Error in Windows Sometimes when trying to run applications, you might encounter a message saying the program can't be started because the “vcruntime140.dll” file is missing. In this video, we'll walk you through a few effective ways to resolve vcruntime140.dll errors. Before we begin, be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne's IT Video Hub for more tech content like this. Five Methods to Resolve “vcruntime140.dll” Errors Uing Directory Commands The “vcruntime140.dll” file is part of the Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable package. If it is missing or corrupted, you won't be able to run any applications that rely on Visual C++ You can resolve “vcruntime140.dll” errors by using the System File Checker or by running a DISM scan. When using the System File Checker, you will need to enter the sfc /scannow line in Command Prompt. Make sure you are running the application as an administrator. Your system will automatically scan and repair corrupted files. You can also use Command Prompt to run a DISM scan using this command. After the scan is complete, restart your computer to verify that the issue has been resolved. Reinstalling the Visual C++ Redistributable To reinstall the Visual C++ Redistributable, Go to the Microsoft website and download the file there. Before proceeding with the download, check to see if your system is running 32- or 64-bit architecture, and then download the corresponding redistributable file. You will then be prompted to restart your computer in order to finish the installation process. Registering the file or Updating Windows If none of these methods work, you may need to either registere the vcruntime140.dll file or update your Windows system. To register the file, open Command Prompt and enter this command. Restart your system for the change to take full effect. Finally, make sure you are running the latest version of Windows. Press the Windows key and pull up the Settings menu. Then navigate to “Check for updates” under “Update and Security.” Outdated systems and corrupted files are the main causes of the “vcruntime140.dll not found” error, which is why preventative maintenance and regular system checks are so important. For more information, check out our official blog post on resolving vcruntime140.dll errors linked in the description below.