The msvcp100.dll file is a product of the Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 that was developed by Microsoft Corporation. It is described in the Microsoft C Runtime Library and is effective in running various applications in your computer. Most users find it difficult to launch online games or other random applications because they lack the msvcp100.dll file. An error message is displayed on your screen which requires the msvcp100.dll file to run the corresponding application.

There are several versions of the msvcp100.dll provided by Microsoft. Some of the latest bits and versions include 32-bit 10.0.30319.1 and 64-bit 10.0.40219.325 that were released on 31-07-2014. Seven versions of the msvcp100.dll files were previously released in generations from the oldest to the newest.

This error message applies to any systems that operate on Microsoft such as Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista and XP.

Causes of msvcp100.dll error message

The msvcp100.dll errors often occur when the msvcp100.dll file has been corrupted or was deleted unexpectedly. It can also be a problem related to malware, Windows registry or hardware failure.

There are several error messages that are likely to appear on your screen indicating that the msvcp100.dll is needed to run the corresponding application.

They include;

• “This application failed to start because msvcp100.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix the problem”
• “Msvcp100.dll Not Found”
• “The file msvcp100.dll is missing”
• “Cannot find msvcp100.dll”

The msvcp100.dll error message can appear when installing a particular program, or when Windows is starting up for the first time or shutting down. It is necessary to determine what is happening by troubleshooting the Dll error.

How can I fix the msvcp100.dll error message?

If the msvcp100.dll is corrupted you can download the file from a trusted source that is verified and lacks unaltered copy of the Dll package. Before you download the new Dll file, there are important steps you can follow to fix the problem.

• Install available Windows updates

A patch or service pack that is installed by a Windows update can help in replacing the corrupted msvcp100.dll file.

• Check the Recycle bin

It may happen that the Dll file folder was deleted unexpectedly and moved to the recycle bin. Locate the file and restore to the appropriate folder.

Download the Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Service Pack 1 Redistributable package MFC Security

It is an update that is useful in restoring the msvcp100.dll with the latest updates provided by Microsoft. You will download the options depending on the x86 (32-bit) or x64 (64-bit) versions running in your Windows.

Other alternatives include;

• Reinstalling the program that gives you the msvcp100.dll error message
• Run a comprehensive malware program
• Undo the recent changes in the system by utilizing the System Restore
• Execute a clean installation of Windows.