---
title: "Fix “VCRUNTIME140.dll is Missing” Error When Opening Office"
description: "If you encounter the error “VCRUNTIME140.dll is missing” when launching Microsoft Office applications like Word or Excel, it indicates that your system lacks a necessary runtime component."
url: https://help.thesoftwarekings.com/en/articles/7-fix-vcruntime140dll-is-missing-error-when-opening-office
collection: "Office Troubleshooting"
updated: 2026-05-04
language: en
---

# Fix “VCRUNTIME140.dll is Missing” Error When Opening Office

If you encounter the error “VCRUNTIME140.dll is missing” when launching Microsoft Office applications like Word or Excel, it indicates that your system lacks a necessary runtime component.

#### 🔍 What Is VCRUNTIME140.dll?

![](https://staticfiles.gleap.io/helparticle/20250523171048_7387.jpg)

This file is part of the **Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable** package. It's essential for running applications developed with Visual Studio, including Microsoft Office. The error typically arises due to:

-   Missing or corrupted Visual C++ Redistributable files
    
-   Incomplete or failed Office installations
    
-   System file corruption
    

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### ✅ How to Fix It

Take a look at this video:

###### Follow these steps to resolve the issue:

1.  **Download the Latest Visual C++ Redistributable:**
    
    -   Visit the official Microsoft page: [https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist)
        
    -   Download both the **x64** and **x86** versions of the installer.
        
2.  **Install the Redistributable Packages:**
    
    -   Run the downloaded installers one by one.
        
    -   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
        
3.  **Restart Your Computer:**
    
    -   After installation, reboot your system to apply the changes.
        
4.  **Launch Microsoft Office:**
    
    -   Open any Office application to verify that the error has been resolved.
        

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### 🛠 Additional Troubleshooting

If the error persists after following the above steps:

-   **Run System File Checker (SFC):**
    
    -   Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
        
    -   Execute the command: `sfc /scannow`
        
    -   Wait for the scan to complete and follow any on-screen instructions.
        
    
-   **Reinstall Microsoft Office:**
    
    -   Uninstall Office from your system.
        
    -   Download the latest installer from the official Microsoft website.
        
    -   Install Office and check if the issue is resolved.
        

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### 📩 Need Further Assistance?

If you're still experiencing issues, please contact our support team:

-   **Email:** [help@thesoftwarekings.com](mailto:help@thesoftwarekings.com)