Microsoft.vclibs.140.00 Package Download ((new)) Jun 2026

Most errors arise from the UWPDesktop variant.

When a developer compiles an app with Visual C++ (version 14.0 = Visual Studio 2015, but 14.0–14.3x are backward compatible), the app needs specific DLLs like vcruntime140.dll , msvcp140.dll , vccorlib140.dll , etc. Instead of bundling these DLLs inside every app (which wastes space), the app declares a dependency on the Microsoft.VCLibs.140.00 framework package. The Microsoft Store or the OS then automatically installs or updates it. Microsoft.vclibs.140.00 Package Download

| Package Name | Typical Use | Where to Get | |--------------|--------------|----------------| | Microsoft.VCLibs.140.00 (UWP) | Microsoft Store apps, Xbox app, certain sandboxed applications | Microsoft Store or manually via Add-AppxPackage | | VC_redist.x64.exe / VC_redist.x86.exe | Traditional Win32 desktop applications (games, .exe installers) | Microsoft’s official download center | Most errors arise from the UWPDesktop variant