How to install Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime

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If you start a program and receive an error stating that the program you are trying to run requires Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime, you can use this tutorial to install the package so your program can function again.

When developers create Windows programs using Microsoft Visual Studio 2015, there are certain dynamic link libraries (DLLs) that are linked to their program to function properly.

These DLLs are distributed through the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime, and if the package is not installed, users will encounter errors stating that DLLs are missing or you need to install the runtime.

For example, the video game Valorant today released an update that did not include Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime, causing the game to not work after the update is installed.

When users launch Valorant, they are instead greeted with the following error.

"The following components are required to run this program: Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime"

The good news is it's very easy to fix this issue by downloading and installing the runtime from the Microsoft website.

How to Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime

To install the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Runtime, follow these steps:

1. Open the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable page from Microsoft and click the Download button.
2. You will be taken to a page asking you to choose whether you want to download the 32-bit or 64-bit version for Windows. Choose the version you need and click Next. If you're unsure which version you need, it's recommended to download and install both the x86 and x64 runtime versions to avoid issues in the future.
3. The file will now download to your computer. Once downloaded, double-click on the downloaded vc_redist.x64.exe file.

4. The Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable screen will appear and prompt you to agree to the license terms and conditions. Check the "I Agree" box and then click the Install button. 

   

5. If Windows prompts you to allow the program to make changes or continue, click the Yes or Allow button.

6. Once finished, the program will display a message stating that the program has been successfully installed. 

   

7. Now repeat the same steps to install the vc_redist.x86.exe runtime.
8. You can now close the installer.

If you have already installed Visual C++ 2015 Runtime, you can run the redistributable above and perform a repair.

Conclusion

You can now try running the program that previously gave the missing runtime error, and the program should work again.

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