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Repair All DirectX Errors Easily: Updated Steps That Work In 2024
Keeping your OS updated is good prevention against DirectX errors
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Updated onOctober 7, 2024
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Resolve multiple Windows PC issues and speed up your PC effortlessly with specialized software.
Struggling with DirectX errors on Windows 11? Outdated drivers, corrupted files, or even bugs can cause issue with these APIS.
Today, we’ll show you how to end all errors so you can use DirectX to enhance video playback, gaming, and media production.
We’ll tell you all about what causes errors in the first place, but first, let’s fix them:
How do I fix DirectX errors on Windows 11?
1. Checking the DirectX version
2. Download the latest version of DirectX
You can rely on the next method that will most probably fix the DirectX error on Windows 11 by getting the latest version of the program.
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You’re going to download the dxwebsetup.exe file. ClickOpen file.
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A small window will appear asking if you want to make changes. SelectYes.
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An installation wizard will appear to guide you. SelectI accept the agreement.
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ClickNextin this next window. You’re also given the option to install the Bing bar. We recommend that you deselect this option to save your computer space.
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At this point, DirectX 12 will begin downloading and installing.
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As soon it’s done installing, clickFinish.
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Go back to the DirectX Diagnostic Tool and double the version for good measure.
3. Using Device Manager
If that does not work, we recommend trying aspecialized driver updater tool, which will scan your PC for missing or outdated drivers and prompt you to update them.
4. Checking for Windows Updates
5. Installing optional updates
6. Disable third-party apps and startup services
7. Run command prompt
8. Perform a system restore
What causes a DirectX error?
By and large, DirectX is updated automatically, so there are rarely any issues, but sometimes there’s that odd moment where you’ll encounter an error. Sometimes your drivers aren’t up to date, or there’s a glitch, or something got corrupted along the way.
There is a myriad of reasons why DirectX won’t work for you. Here are a few of the most common ones:
Errors associated with DirectX come in different forms; a few include:
How do I enable DirectX on Windows 11?
How to reinstall DirectX Windows 11?
To reinstall DirectX in Windows 11, you only have to follow the steps in Solution 2: Download the latest version of DirectX.
With the steps above you should be able to fix common DirectX errors such asdxerror.log and directx.log in Wwindows 11.
Remember, it’s essential to ensure your Windows 11 stays healthy, free of any corrupted files ormalware slowing everythingdown. Because of this, it’s recommended that you downloadPC Health Checkto test your system and ensure it stays healthy.
Also, you should update to Windows 11 DX12 for the next experience using the tech. For older games,check for DirectX 9 graphics card compatibility.
Feel free to comment below if you have questions about other Windows 11 problems or bugs. And leave comments about the most relevant solutions.
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Cesar Cadenas
Networking & Security Specialist
Cesar has been writing for and about technology going on for 6 years when he first started writing tech articles for his university paper. Since then, his passion for technology blossomed into a prosperous writing career. He first started writing about tech in the entertainment world and would later move on to write about smart life tech and social media. He was recently a Technical Writer for tech company Extron where he wrote user guides for audio and video equipment.
He has since moved on to being a freelance writer looking to have a career in copywriting and hopes to share his love and knowledge of technology with the world. Recently, Cesar has written for the cryptocurrency news site, BTCPro and helping people understand tech.
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Cesar Cadenas
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Cesar is a tech expert passionate about Windows, Microsoft, and anything surrounding the world of PCs.