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Api-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dll is Missing [Solved]
Make sure to install the latest Visual C++ Redistributable
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For fixing DLL errors, we recommend Fortect:
Fortect will search for an intitial version of your missing, corrupted or damaged DLL files that cause problems to your Windows OS and will replace it. Here is how to find them in 3 easy steps:
Theapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dllfile, developed by Microsoft, is a key part of Windows and is required to run several applications and games.
When it’s not found, you get an error message that reads,The program can’t start because api-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.But reinstalling the program often doesn’t fix things because the DLL file is not installed alongside the program.
For anyone wondering whyapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dllis missing, it’s mostly due to corrupted system files, inadvertent file deletion (either manually or through a cleaner program), malware infection, or when theVisual C++ Redistributableis not available.
What can I do if api-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dll is missing?
1. Manually replace the DLL
Your primary approach when theapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dllDLL file is missing should be to manually replace the file with a fresh copy from another working Windows PC with the same OS architecture(32-bit or 64-bit). The DLL is stored in either of these locations:C:\Windows\System32C:\Windows\System32\downlevel
All you have to do is go to this path on another PC > copy the DLL to a USB flash drive > connect the drive to the affected computer > transfer the DLL to these paths > restart your computer.
2. Install the latest Visual C++ Redistributable packages
Sometimes, whenVisual C++ Redistributablesis missing, or you have outdated versions installed, apps and games likeWarhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IIIwill have trouble locatingapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dll. In this case, simply deleting the existing packages and installing the latest version will do the trick!
3. Run the DISM and SFC scan
Corrupted system filescan also lead tomissing DLL errors. And sinceapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dllis a protected system file, running theDISM commandsand SFC scan gets the affected app running!
4. Scan the PC for malware
5. Uninstall conflicting third-party apps
In 2 out of 5 cases, a third-party file cleaner deleted the DLL file, which triggered the error message, necessitating the need to fix things. Also, if a quick removal doesn’t work, use atop-rated software uninstallerto get rid of any leftover files, app cache, and Registry entries.
6. Perform a system restore
7. Perform an in-place upgrade
When nothing else helps restore theapi-ms-win-crt-conio-l1-1-0.dllfile, an in-place upgrade will quickly fix things. Besides, it willmake your PC run faster, given that all the system files will be replaced.
If you frequently face such issues, it’s best to use aneffective DLL repair tooland restore all missing DLLs in one go!
For any queries or to share which fix worked for you, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
