Share the solution to the system error msvcp120.dll is missing, you can fix it through personal testing

I will share with you a common problem in computer systems - msvcp120.dll cannot be found. msvcp120.dll not found means that a file named msvcp120.dll is missing on your computer. This file is a component of the Microsoft Visual C++ runtime library and is required by many programs to run properly. If this prompt appears on your computer, some programs may not run properly.

 

The msvcp120.dll file cannot be found for a number of reasons:

1. Missing Visual C++ Redistributable Package: msvcp120.dll file is part of Visual C++ Redistributable Package, if it is missing, you can try to reinstall or update Visual C++ Redistributable Package.

2. System file corruption: The msvcp120.dll file may be corrupted or missing, this could be due to system file errors, virus attack, or other reasons. In this case, you can try to repair the system files using System File Checker.

3. Hardware Problem: If you have a problem with your computer hardware, such as a faulty memory or hard drive, it may cause the msvcp120.dll file to fail to load. You can try replacing the hardware or contact technical support for help.

4. Conflict with other software: Some software may conflict with the msvcp120.dll file, preventing the file from loading. You can try to uninstall other software or disable them to resolve this issue.

To fix this problem, you can try these 5 fixes:

Fix 1: Run a system file check tool

Windows system comes with a System File Checker (SFC) tool, which can scan and repair system files. You can open a command prompt window, enter the command "sfc /scannow", and then press Enter to run the command. This process may take some time, wait for it to complete and the system will automatically repair any damaged system files.

Repair method 2: Use dll repair tool (can be repaired by personal test)

DLL repair tool can help you recover missing or corrupted DLL files. These tools usually automatically detect DLL files in your system and repair them. Of course, there are all kinds of DLL repair tools on the Internet, and it is easy to download junk software.

You can enter: dll repair tool.site at the top of the browser (press the Enter key on the keyboard to open) and then download the repair tool.

 

The steps are as follows:

1. After the download is completed, it is a compressed file. Right-click and select [Extract to current folder].

2. After unzipping, double-click to open the folder, and then open the repair tool.

 

3. Click the Repair Now button. After the repair is completed, the software can be opened and run normally.

Fix 3: Copy the msvcp120.dll file from another computer

If you copy the msvcp120.dll file from another computer to your computer, you can follow the steps below:

1. Find the copy source: First, you need to find another computer that has the same version of Visual C++ Redistributable installed. You can search for the location of the msvcp120.dll file on this computer.

2. Copy the msvcp120.dll file: Once you have found where the msvcp120.dll file is located, if you have a removable storage device (such as a USB stick), you can copy the msvcp120.dll file to the device.

3. Paste the msvcp120.dll file in the correct location: Once you have copied the msvcp120.dll file to your computer, you need to paste it in the correct location. The msvcp120.dll file is typically located in the Windows system directory or a directory associated with a program that requires the file.

• For 32-bit systems, paste the msvcp120.dll file into the C:\Windows\System32 directory.

• For 64-bit systems, paste the msvcp120.dll file into the C:\Windows\SysWOW64 directory.

4. Register the msvcp120.dll file: Finally, you need to register the msvcp120.dll file in the command prompt window. Open a command prompt window (run as administrator), enter the command regsvr32 msvcp120.dll, and press Enter to execute. If everything goes well, you will see a prompt box indicating successful registration.

Fix 4: Reinstall the Visual C++ runtime

If the problem persists, you may need to reinstall the Visual C++ runtime. You can download and install Visual C++ Redistributable Package from Microsoft's official website.

 

• Visit Microsoft official website

• On the "Downloads" page, select the version of the Visual C++ Redistributable Package that is appropriate for your operating system (eg, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, etc.), and click the "Download" button.

• Once the download is complete, double-click the installer and follow the prompts to install.

Fix 5: Virus or malware infection:

A computer infection with viruses or malware can cause system files to be corrupted or deleted, including the msvcp120.dll file. In this case, you need to run antivirus software to remove viruses and repair damaged system files.

After repairing, we need to pay attention to the following points to avoid losing the dll file again:

1. Do not delete or move any files in the system at will, especially system files and important component files.

2. Carry out regular system maintenance and optimization, clean up junk files, temporary files, etc.

3. When installing software, try to choose formal channels and official versions to avoid installing pirated or cracked software.

4. Install anti-virus software and perform comprehensive scans regularly to prevent virus infections.

All in all, missing the msvcp120.dll file may cause many programs to not run properly. By trying the 5 fixes above, you should be able to resolve this issue. I hope the above content is helpful to everyone. If you have any other questions,