How to fix the msvcr120.dll error on your computer? The best 8 ways to fix it.
Do you keep getting the error message “The program does not start because MSVCR120.dll is missing” when you try to run the application in Windows 10? This is usually due to a corrupted or missing installation of the Visual C ++ Redistributable Package.
The Visual C ++ Redistributable Package contains essential runtime components for the correct operation of programs built with C ++. Although there are many versions of the package, the MSVCR120.dll file belongs to the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package.
The list of troubleshooting methods below should help you fix the MSVCR120.dll missing error in Windows.
1. Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable
Programs that rely on the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package will automatically add the appropriate package components to your computer during installation.
To confirm, go to Start> Settings> Apps> Apps & Features. Then scroll down and check for the Microsoft Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package. You should see separate lists (x64) and (x86) of the same package if you are not using 32-bit Windows.
If you cannot find the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable, you must manually install it. Visit the Visual C ++ Redistributable Packages for Visual Studio 2013 page on the official Microsoft website, select Download, and download the vredist_x64.exe and vcredist_x86.exe installers.
Then run both installers one by one to install the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Component. Then restart your computer and check to see if the “MSVCR120.dll is missing” error appears.
Alternatively, you can use the installers for the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package from the installation source of the program causing the “msvcr120.dll is missing” error. They should be in a folder labeled VCRedist.
2. Repair Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable
If you have Microsoft Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable installed on your computer, you must repair it to rule out problems caused by file corruption.
Start by selecting Microsoft Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package (x64) in the Applications section of the Settings app and select Edit.
In the appeared wizard for changing the installation, select “Repair” and wait until the installation is restored. Then repeat what you just did for Microsoft Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package (x86).
If you have any problems repairing the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package, use the Remove option to remove both packages from your computer. Then download the new installers and use them to reinstall the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package from scratch.
3. Copy MSVCR120.dll to Program Folder
In some cases, copying the MSVCR120.dll file to the installation directory of the problematic program can help resolve the “MSVCR120.dll is missing” error.
You should find the 64-bit and 32-bit versions of the MSVCR120.dll file located in the following directories:
- Local drive (C:)> Windows> System32 – 64-bit
- Local Disk (C:)> Windows> SysWOW64 – 32-bit
Depending on the version of the program, copy and paste the MSVCR120.dll file to the root of the installation folder. Programs located in the Program Files (x86) folder, for example, run in 32-bit, so you must use the MSVCR120.dll file from SysWOW64.
Note. If you are using Windows 10 32-bit, you must use the MSVCR120.dll file from the System32 folder.
4. Repair or Re-install Program
If you still receive the “MSVCR120.dll is missing” error message on your computer, try repairing or reinstalling the program that is causing it. Hopefully, this helps resolve issues preventing it from working with the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package.
Go to Start> Settings> Apps. Then select the program and select “Change” to fix it. If the option is grayed out, uninstall the program and reinstall it.
5. Update Program
It’s also a good idea to update the program. Obtain the latest version of the app installer – for example, from the developer’s website – and use it to update or reinstall the program.
6. Install Windows 10 Updates
Recent Windows 10 updates contain fewer bugs and glitches that can prevent programs from detecting components of the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Runtime. If you haven’t updated your computer for a long time, do so now.
Open the Start menu and select Settings> Update & Security. Then select “Check for Updates” and select “Download and Install” to apply all updates.
7. Run the System File Checker
Although the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package is not included with Windows 10, you should check and fix any system errors with the System File Checker anyway.
Press Windows + S to open Windows Search, type cmd and select Run as administrator. Then type sfc / scannow in an elevated command prompt console and press Enter.
An SFC scan usually takes a few minutes. If it seems to be stuck, be patient and after a while, it should start moving again.
Alternatively, you can run a DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) scan and use Check Disk (chkdsk) to fix additional errors on your computer.
8. Scan for Computer Viruses
No luck yet? You should eliminate the possibility of malware infection by scanning for computer viruses.
Try using the built-in Windows 10 security tool. You can bring it up by selecting the Windows security icon on the taskbar. When it appears, select Virus & Threat Protection, select Scan Options, switch to Full Scan and select Scan.
If Windows Security doesn’t find anything, you should continue scanning with a dedicated malware removal tool. The free version of Malwarebytes is a great choice and does a great job at keeping your computer free of viruses.
Lost and Found
In most cases, installing or repairing the Visual C ++ 2013 Redistributable Package should permanently fix the “MSVCR120.dll Missing” issue.
If you keep getting the error message despite working through the rest of the suggestions, you should consider resetting Windows 10 to factory defaults. This can fix any underlying issues causing the error to appear. But continue only after weighing the pros and cons of the lengthy operating system reset procedure.
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How to fix the msvcr120.dll error on your computer? The best 8 ways to fix it
How to fix the msvcr120.dll error on your computer? The best 8 ways to fix it