DirectX is used by applications to create and manage animations, multimedia effects, and images. It is the Application Programming Interface (API) which makes sure everything is as smooth as butter in your Windows environment. It works with the help of binary runtime libraries that come with DirectX’s Software Development Kit (SDK). If you are not from a computer background then these terminologies might be difficult for you to understand. In short, DirectX is the bundle of instructions that makes sure that you get a seamless and interactive user experience.
DirectX installation failed
Most of the time, DirectX throw errors are because of some .NET Framework meddling in between. But, there is more to it, errors may occur due to other reasons too. These reasons vary from time to time and it is always difficult to say which of the reason is behind the error.
We are going to try the following tried and tested methods to solve the error. Before we start, make sure to try each and every method if the error still exists. Keep in mind that you need to restart your system after the completion of every method.
DirectX not installing
1] Install the previous version of DirectX if required
There are applications out there that still don’t support the latest versions of DirectX. Sometimes you just have to manually download the previous versions like DirectX9. Now, to check which version of DirectX is installed on your machine, Now that you know which version is installed and want to install the older one then you can download it from here. But if you like to keep your system running without any freeze and lags, the latest version is always suggested. Try to search for the new version of the application that you want to install which supports the latest version of DirectX. Read: DirectX encountered an unrecoverable error.
2] Check for Graphic card driver updates
Many times it is noticed that the DirectX version of your system is not compatible with the graphic drivers. This happens because of the disabled auto-updates. To perform this method, make sure that your system is receiving updates regularly.
3] Download and install Visual C++ Redistributable
In Windows 10 Visual C++ Redistributable plays an important role. The basic requirement of DirectX also includes Visual C++ Redistributables. It may happen that it is already installed on your system but either you need an older or a newer version. To check which version of Visual C++ Redistributable is installed:
4] Install .NET Framework using Command Prompt
If the above method didn’t work out for you then you may download and install the same using Command Prompt. To install the framework we will use the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) service of Windows. Since these methods have proven themselves helpful previously, your error should not prompt again.
