MSVC Runtime Library Missing: How to Fix msvcr71.dll Error

What is msvcr71.dll?

MSVCR71.dll is a module of the Microsoft Visual C++ runtime library that contains code and data shared among different programs. This file is required by many applications to run properly on Windows operating systems, including Windows XP and Windows 7.

Why do I get msvcr71.dll error?

If the file is missing or damaged, you may encounter error messages such as \"The program can't start because MSVCR71.dll is missing from your computer\" or \"MSVCR71.dll not found\". This can be caused by a number of reasons, including incorrect installation or deletion of the file by antivirus software.

How to fix msvcr71.dll error?

There are several ways to fix this error:

• Reinstall the specific software that requires msvcr71.dll
• Download and install the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package
• Manually register the msvcr71.dll file

Option 1: Reinstall the specific software that requires msvcr71.dll

If the error only occurs with a specific program, you can try to reinstall it to fix the issue. Follow these steps:

1. Uninstall the software from your computer completely.
2. Download the latest version from the vendor's website.
3. Install the software following the instructions.

Option 2: Download and install the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package

The Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package is a package of shared libraries that installs the runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run applications developed with Visual C++ on a computer that does not have Visual C++ installed. You can download it from Microsoft's website and install it.

1. Go to the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package download page.
2. Select the language and the version of the package that matches your system:
• Download x86 if your computer runs on 32-bit Windows.
• Download x64 if your computer runs on 64-bit Windows.
• Download both if your computer runs on 64-bit Windows and you are not sure which version the software you are trying to use requires.
3. Click Download and save the file to your computer.
4. Run the downloaded file and follow the instructions of the installation wizard to install the package.

Option 3: Manually register the msvcr71.dll file

You may need to manually register the file if the above methods do not work. To register the msvcr71.dll file:

1. Click Start, type \"cmd\" in the search bar, and press Enter.
2. Right-click Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator.
3. Type the following code in the command prompt: \"regsvr32 msvcr71.dll\".
4. Press Enter.
5. Restart your computer.

By following these steps, you should be able to fix most msvcr71.dll errors. If you continue to have problems, contact the software vendor or a professional technician for further assistance.