How To Fix VCRUNTIME140_1.dll Missing Issue On Windows?

If you encounter an error while opening UNIVERSE, it may be due to missing components required by Microsoft Visual C++. 

Since these components are not pre-installed on your system, you must manually install the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package to ensure the software runs properly.

Follow these steps to resolve the issue:

1. Uninstall UNIVERSE
   
   • Open the Control Panel and remove UNIVERSE from your system.
2. Download Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable
   
   • Use the following link to get the required package:
     https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe
     
   • If your system is not x64, check Microsoft’s official website for the correct version.
3. Install the Package
   
   • Run the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions.
4. Restart Your Computer
   
   • A system restart is necessary for the changes to take effect.
5. Reinstall UNIVERSE
   
   • Locate and run UNIVERSE_Launcher.exe to install the software again.
6. Launch the Program
   
   • Open UNIVERSE.exe from your desktop and check if the issue is resolved.

If the problem persists after following these steps, please contact us for further assistance.