The error message “the following component(s) are required to run this program Direct Runtime” indicates that your computer is missing or has a damaged DirectX Runtime library component needed to run a particular program. To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:
- Install the latest version of DirectX:
- Visit the official Microsoft website, download, and install the latest version of the DirectX Runtime library.
- Check program requirements:
- Ensure that the system requirements for the program or game you are trying to run include the correct version of DirectX. Sometimes, programs explicitly require a specific version of DirectX to be installed.
- Update graphics card drivers:
- Make sure your graphics card drivers are up to date. Visit the website of your graphics card manufacturer, download, and install the latest drivers.
- Reinstall the program:
- If the error is specific to a particular program, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the program to ensure it correctly installs the required runtime libraries.
- Run the System File Checker (SFC):
- Open Command Prompt (run as administrator) and run the command
sfc /scannowto check and repair the integrity of system files.
After completing these steps, restart your computer and try running the program again to see if the issue is resolved. If the problem persists, further troubleshooting or seeking support from the specific program or game may be necessary.
