Do I need all the Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?

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1. Do I need all the Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?
2. Should I install all Microsoft Visual C++?
3. What is Microsoft Visual C++ 2017 redistributable?
4. Where is Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable installed?
5. Can I delete Visual C++ 2008?
6. Where is Visual C++ redistributable installed?
7. What is Microsoft Visual C++ used for?
8. Can Microsoft Visual C++ be removed?
9. What is the use of Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?
10. Can I delete old Visual C++?
11. Can I delete Visual C++?
12. Should I delete Microsoft Visual C++?

Do I need all the Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?

Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable is a set of runtime library files used by many programs installed in the PC, even a part of Windows. Uninstalling them will definitely stop all those programs that depend on them from working. In such event, you will need to install the required version again.

Should I install all Microsoft Visual C++?

When doing a fresh Windows OS install, it's recommended to always install all the various C++ runtimes, which is why this all-in-one pack was created. It helps to avoid problems with programs that cause error messages like "side-by-side configuration is incorrect", or "Missing MSVCRT.

What is Microsoft Visual C++ 2017 redistributable?

Visual C++ Redistributable Packages install runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries on a computer that does not have Visual C++ installed. The libraries are required to run applications that are developed by using the corresponding version of Visual C++.

Where is Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable installed?

The easiest way to locate the redistributable files is by using environment variables set in a developer command prompt. In the latest version of Visual Studio 2019, you'll find the redistributable files in the %VCINSTALLDIR%Redist\MSVC\v142 folder.

Can I delete Visual C++ 2008?

You can uninstall the redistributables the same way you uninstall any other program in the Programs and Features control panel app. You can then download and install the latest versions from Microsoft's Download Center.

Where is Visual C++ redistributable installed?

When installed in the latest version of Visual Studio 2019, you'll find the redistributable merge modules in %VCINSTALLDIR%Redist\MSVC\v142\MergeModules . In both Visual Studio 2019 and Visual Studio 2017, they're also found in %VCToolsRedistDir%MergeModules .

What is Microsoft Visual C++ used for?

Visual C++ isn't actually a separate language in itself. Instead, it's a set of libraries and development tools for C++, tools that will help you create Windows desktop and server applications, Universal Windows Platform (UWP) projects for desktop, mobile and HoloLens, and . NET applications with C++.

Can Microsoft Visual C++ be removed?

Replies (1)  No, it is not safe to delete any of those, they are installed by the applications that you installed onto your PC, those applications target different versions of the C++ redistributable and will cease to function properly if you delete any of those . . .

What is the use of Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?

The Visual C++ Redistributable is a DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file required by programs or games built using Microsoft's Visual Studio software development environment. When a program requires a DLL or some other supporting file to run, this is called a dependency.

Can I delete old Visual C++?

No, it is not safe to delete any of those, they are installed by the applications that you installed onto your PC, those applications target different versions of the C++ redistributable and will cease to function properly if you delete any of those . . .

Can I delete Visual C++?

Practically, you can delete any of the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable items, but we strongly advise against doing so. What may happen is that the apps that would rely on the redistributable you have deleted will fail to start or run.

Should I delete Microsoft Visual C++?

No, it is not safe to delete any of those, they are installed by the applications that you installed onto your PC, those applications target different versions of the C++ redistributable and will cease to function properly if you delete any of those . . .