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Libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll Was Not Found: How to Get it Back

Add the right parameters to the compiler to fix this

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Updated onOctober 11, 2024

updated onOctober 11, 2024

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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:

Many developers reported that libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll is missing on their PC, and that can create various problems, especially when developing, so today we’re going to show you how to fix this issue.

What can I do if libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll was not found?

What can I do if libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll was not found?

1. Add parameters to your compiler

Keep in mind that the exact process varies depending on the software you’re using for the development. Few users reported that just using-staticor-static-libgccworked for them.

A few users reported that they usedQMAKE_LFLAGS += -staticso try it as well.

2. Copy the missing DLL to the right directory

If the libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll is missing, you won’t be able to compile the code properly, but in most cases, you can use different flags to bypass this issue.

This isn’t the only issue with the missing DLLs, and we already wrote about missingmsv1160cp10.dllandanselSDK64.dllon your PC.

We also have a guide on what to do ifnvapi64.dll is missingor if the “HTMLayout.dll cannot be loaded,” so check it out. Did you find a different solution? If so, share it with us in the comments section.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.