Photoshop Elements 2020 launch issue : Missing msvcp140.dll and vcruntime140.dll after install

[BBart_19]

After installing Elements 2020 on my Windows10 computer the system came with the message of missing MSVCP140.DLL and VCRUNTIME140.DLL. and the app. won't start. 

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[nikunj.m]

Hi there,

We're sorry about the experience with Elements 2020 on your Windows 10 machine. You might be getting the error for MSVCP140.DLL and VCRUNTIME140.DLL due to missing Windows updates. Please ensure you have all the latest Windows updates installed on the computer.

You can also try repairing/re-installing the Visual C++ redistributable packages by going to Programs and Features. You can check the discussion here: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/microsoft-visual-c-runtime-library-error-in/91...

Please let us know if it helps!

Regards,

Nikunj

[Serban15A9]

Hi there,

Just go to "add remove programs" find Microsoft Visual C++ and proceed with uninstall. At some stage you will be asked if you want to repair or remove. Chose repair (not remove), complete, and you are good to go, everything should work.

If that fails, completly uninstall C++ and reinstall, but really, repair should do the job.

I hope this helps.

[Geert0D4C]

Hi There,

I had problems installing Elements 2020 due to missing/corrupt MSVCP140.DLL and VCRUNTIME140.DLL files.

First attempted to manually place both files in the right directories ( system 32 etc). Didn't work.

The solution suggested by Serban 15A9 is the right one.

Problem is there are a lot of Microsoft Visual C++ versions installed on a computer, and it could take a long time to uninstall, reinstall all versions.

I downloaded a all in one package from https://www.techpowerup.com/download/visual-c-redistributable-runtime-package-all-in-one/

Just follewed the instructions and worked flawless for me.

[Shaun5EC5]

Worked for me! Thanks for the link! ✌️

[bonnied94423942]

I just receive & installed Photoship Elements 2021 and having the same issues, missing msvcp140.dll and vcruntime140.dll.  BUT..........I can get the program to open but a window constantly comes up missing files must fix and repair, reinstall software.  I have reinstalled per instructions, this did not fix the issue.  I have downloaded the all in one package for Microsoft Visual C++, this did not help.  

I don't know what to do!!!

[djtiger76]

Years later, this solution still works FYI!!

[peter5C78]

thanks for your help, i followed your instructions & everything looks good to go, kind regards P yates

[djtiger76]

Years later.. This solution still works! FYI