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4 Easy Ways to Fix Failed to initialize DirectX 12
Ensure, your Windows is up to date
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Published onJune 24, 2024
published onJune 24, 2024
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Failed to initialize DirectX 12 or DirectX 12 initialization failed issue can occur due to a corrupted graphics driver or an outdated version of DirectX. To fix it, first, you must ensure your Windows is up to date.
How can I fix the Failed to initialize DirectX12?
1. Update the graphics driver
If this doesn’t work, you need to reinstall the graphics driver.
Alternatively, you can restart your computer after uninstallation, and your PC will reinstall the deleted driver upon reboot.
2. Install DirectX12
If you also encounterDirectX errors on Windows 11, consider reinstalling the latest version; for more details, check out this guide.
3. Download Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015
If you encounter aMicrosoft Visual C++ Runtime Library erroron your Windows, you need first to perform a clean boot; read this guide to learn more.
4. Disable Hardware acceleration
If nothing worked for you, try installing the 32-bit version of the program with which you are facing the DirectX 12 initialization failed issue.
Furthermore, if you use multiple monitors, try replugging the secondary monitor, start the app or game, go to resolution options, set it to a lower value, and save it. Now quit the app and unplug the external monitor.
If youcan’t install DirectX on your Windows computer, it could be due to corrupted files; read this guide to learn more.
Did these methods help you fix the DirectX issue? If so, share your experience with us in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
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