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How to Fix Msvcr110.dll is Missing on Windows 10
Carefully follow the steps listed below and fix this once and for all
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Updated onApril 11, 2024
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While the most attractive solution may be to download the DLL file simply, you need to be careful where you download it.
Also, this might not necessarily resolve the msvcr110.dll not found in Windows 10 issue. But our fixes below will make do.
What is msvcr110 dll in your computer?
MSVCR110.dll is a Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable DLL, as suggested by its name. This DLL file is needed to run any app built using Visual Studio 2011/2012.
If this file is missing, Windows will return this error:The Program can’t start because MSVCR110.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.
Don’t worry; you don’t need to stage a treasure hunt or check a detailed map in order actually to find this on your system.
The msvcr110.dll file is usually located in theC:\Windows\System32 folderand represents a necessary file for the Visual C++ on your PC.
How to fix msvcr110.dll missing error windows 10?
1. Run a third-party DLL fixer
Plenty ofthird-party programsout there that promise to fix or replace missing or broken DLLs.
While most stay true to their word, some are better equipped than others to help you fix the msvcr110.dll not found in Windows 10 issue.
2. Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2012
This will almost certainly resolve the error. In addition, the fresh installation will replace/restore the latest copy of msvcr110.dll. If this doesn’t solve your problem, move on to the next solution.
3. Download and install msvcr110.dll
Hopefully, this will have resolved the issue. If not, proceed with the following solution.
4. Restore msvcr110.dll from the Recycle Bin
The most common reason behind the msvcr DLL missing in Windows 10 error is when the user accidentally deletes the file.
Unless you have emptied the recycle bin recently, there’s a good chance the file is still saved there.
Simply open the Recycle Bin and locate the msvcr110.dll file. Right-click on it and click Restore. This should resolve your issue.
5. Reinstall the program that’s producing the msvcr110.dll error
If the msvcr110.dll error shows up every time you use a particular program, try reinstalling that program.
Go to ControlPanel > Programs and Features. Select the program and click uninstall. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the process.
6. Run a virus/malware scan of your entire system
Of course, you can also use (and we do recommend this option) an anti-virus software of your choosing. Hopefully, this will identify the culprit and fix your problem.
There are many great security tools available, but the best areEset HOME Security Essential,Bitdefender,andPanda Antivirus, so feel free to try any of them.
So, just to be sure that there isn’t any malware on your system that is causing the msvcr110.dll error, run a quick scan of your system. Malware is often responsible for deleting DLL files.
7. Use System Restore to undo recent system changes
The system restores process will now start. Once the process is complete, restart your computer. This will most likely fix this error.
So, if all else fails, try using system restore to restore your computer to a state from an earlier date. A recent update or a system change could be a reason behind the missing msvcr110.dll file.
There you go! This is all you need to know in case msvcr110.dll missing on Windows 10 and, of course, how to install msvcr110.dll in Windows 10.
When you find yourself in a situation where you getThe code execution cannot proceed because msvcr110.dll was not founderror, please refer to the guide above.
Have you managed to solve the issue using this article? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
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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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
