How to Fix Vcruntime140.Dll Error in Windows 10

Sometimes when you try to launch an application, you may receive the error messageerror VCRUNTIME140.dll is not found on your computer. This can appear in various applications that you use every day, such as Skype, for example.

Most commonly, you will see the following text on the screen: "The program can't start because VCRUNTIME140.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix the problem.".

Fortunately, there are several methods you can try to solve this problem once and for all.

In this article, we will go over the easiest and most effective ways to make sure you have VCRUNTIME140.dll removed from your computer. Say goodbye to annoying system errors and continue using your favorite applications in minutes!

Common causes of VCRUNTIME140.dll error

Like most other problems Windows 10, this has multiple possible causes. The truth is that, being a large and complex system, it is normal for one error to lead to another without much effort.

Tip: Anyone can perform all the methods in this article as our guides are easy to follow and do not require any prior experience with Windows 10.

If you know someone who is experiencing these types of problems, don't forget to recommend our guide to them!

We were able to track down and compile the most common causes of the VCRUNTIME140.dll error using the active and helpful Windows 10 user base.

» The VCRUNTIME140.dll file is corrupted or has been deleted. One of the main causes of this error is the deletion of the .dll file, which as you know, is necessary for applications.

Without that file, the applications you are trying to use cannot launch, so you must restore or download it again.

» Known issue with Adobe Creative Cloud. It is no secret that Adobe has developed a problem with Creative Cloud. The problem started after they migrated from Microsoft runtimes to Visual C++.

» Visual Studio 2015 files are missing or corrupted. The VCRUNTIME140.dll file is closely related to visual studio 2015. It may be missing from your computer or it may have been corrupted by an application, your system or malware.

» Your system is infected with malware. It is possible that your system has been infected with a virus or malware. As a result, VCRUNTIME140.dll may have become damaged or corrupted.

» Damaged system files. Most system files tend to be vulnerable to both damage and error, particularly when you restart Windows or deal with so-called malicious applications.

Please note that these are not all the causes, you may be experiencing a unique issue. However, our methods in the next section will surely help you fix this error with ease.

Methods to fix VCRUNTIME140.dll error

Now that we've looked at some of the possible causes, it's time to start troubleshooting. We have a number of methods that you can put into practice at any time to deal with this error, all of which are simple and easy to execute techniques.

Follow our guides and get rid of this error to use all your apps without any obstacles!

» Re-register the VCRUNTIME140.dll file

You can use the symbol of the system to re-register the missing .dll file, which may fix your problem. To do this, simply follow our steps below and run the commands in the proper way.

1. Press the Windows + R keys on your keyboard to open the Run utility. Here, you need to type the word » cmd » in the input field. When you are done, press the Ctrl + Shift + Enter keys to start the command prompt with administrator permissions.
2. If prompted, allow the command prompt to make changes to your device by pressing the » button. Yes".
3. First, you need to unregister the file. You can do this by typing or copying and pasting the following command, then press the Enter key:  regsvr32 /u VCRUNTIME140.dll
4. Next, you will need to re-register the file. This can be done with the following command - make sure to press Enter after entering it:  regsvr32 VCRUNTIME140.dll
5. Close the Command Prompt window and try running the problematic application again.

» Run System File Checker (SFC scan)

This checker is one of the many tools that are available to you, by default, in Windows 10. It is also called "SFC analysis» and it is the fastest way to automatically repair corrupted system files and other problems.

Here's how to run it.

1. Press the keys Windows + R on your keyboard to launch the Run utility. Type » cmd »And press Ctrl + Shift + Enter. This will allow you to open the command prompt with its respective permissions.
2. If requested, be sure to allow command prompt to make changes on your device. This means you'll probably need an administrator account.
3. Type the following command and press Enter: SFC / scannow
4. Wait for the File Checker of the  work finish scanning your computer. If an error is found, it can be automatically corrected using the SFC command, and it can also fix related errors.

» Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015

Many professionals recommend simply reinstalling Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015 when they have problems with .dll files related to it. This can be done once downloads the corresponding files directly from Microsoft.

1. Click here to navigate to the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable download page. Here, simply select your language and click the » button Download".
2. You will see two downloads available:
   1. If you have a 64-bit system, select vc_redist.x64.exe.
   2. Or if you have a 32-bit system, select vc_redist.x86.exe.
3. Click the button » Next » after selecting the appropriate file. Wait for the download to complete, this may take some time, depending on your connection.
4. Open the file you just downloaded. This will take you to the installation wizard. Next you need to check the option that says » I agree to the terms and conditions of the license«, then click on the » button Install".
5. You should wait for the installation process to complete. You may need to restart your computer and then test whether the applications you were having problems with work or not.

» Download and replace the missing VCRUNTIME140.dll file manually

In case you only experience the VCRUNTIME140.dll error in certain applications, you can try downloading it manually and placing the missing .dll file inside the application directory.

This can be done fairly simply, but it will only fix the error for one application rather than a system-wide solution.

1. Click here to download the VCRUNTIME140.dll file  you need. Make sure to choose the 64-bit or 32-bit version depending on the system you have.
2. A .zip file will be downloaded which you can open with applications like 7zip or WinRAR without any problem. Open it and drag “vcruntime140.dll” to the installation directory of the app that is causing the error.
3. If prompted, you should choose the option that says replace original file in destination folder.
4. Next, you should check if you can run the app with the problem once you manually replace the vcruntime140.dll file. If so, you can follow these steps with other apps with the same error.

» Update Windows 10 to its latest version

Some users claim that simply updating to the latest version of Windows 10 can get rid of the VCRUNTIME140.dll error. As an added benefit, you can even gain access to exciting new features, improved security, and more optimization.

1. Open the application Configuration using the Start menu or the keyboard shortcut Windows + I
2. Click on «“Update and security”.
3. In the Windows Update, click the button «Search for updates«.
4. If you find a new update, click the "Install".
5. After your system successfully installs the latest Windows 10 update, you may be able to use the application that was experiencing the VCRUNTIME140.dll error.

» Reinstall the application you are trying to run

If all else fails, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the application that is not running due to the .dll error. You can do this easily.

1. Open the application Configuration using the Start menu or the keyboard shortcut Windows + I
2. Click on the “applications” tile
3. Find the app you are having trouble with and click on it once to expand its options. You should choose “uninstall” and follow the instructions that appear on the monitor.
4. Re-download and install the software from the official website. You will likely be able to run it once the reinstallation is complete.

We hope that by following this guide you were able to resolve the VCRUNTIME140.dll error in Windows 10. You should be able to use your favorite applications again without the error preventing you from launching them. See you in our next post where we will give you more tips of interest.