Microsoft visual C++ 2022 X86 minimum runtime

david amat 0 Reputation points
2026-10-03T10:59:32.1466667+00:00

Hello, I would like toScreenshot 2026-10-03 065225

ask for some help with how to fix this. I don't really even know where to start with this problem.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
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    2026-10-03T10:59:49.1233333+00:00

    This error usually means the existing Microsoft Visual C++ 2022 x86 Minimum Runtime installation is damaged or Windows Installer is looking for a missing cached MSI file: vc_runtimeMinimum_x86.msi.

    Try this in order:

    1. Open Control Panel > Programs and Features.
    2. Find every Microsoft Visual C++ entry.
    3. For each one, select it, choose Change, and then choose Repair.
    4. Restart Windows.

    If the repair does not fix it:

    1. Download the latest supported Visual C++ v14 Redistributable.
    2. Install x86 first, then x64.
    3. If prompted, choose Repair or Reinstall.

    Important details:

    • Visual Studio 2017 and later share the same v14 redistributable files.
    • Apps built with Visual Studio 2017, 2019, 2022, or 2026 can use the latest Visual C++ v14 Redistributable.
    • The installed redistributable version must be the same as or later than the version used to build the app.
    • The redistributable architecture must match the app. For x86 apps, the x86 package is required.
    • A newer redistributable replaces an older one, and trying to install an older one over a newer one can produce 0x80070666 by design.

    Downloads:

    If the installer still asks for vc_runtimeMinimum_x86.msi after reinstalling, use Visual Studio Installer or IDE > Report a Problem and include:

    • the exact error text
    • a screenshot
    • the steps that reproduce it
    • a recording if possible

    In Visual Studio, the path is Help > Send Feedback > Report a Problem.

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  2. Ramesh 182K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-10-03T11:09:37.67+00:00

    Hi David,

    Open Command Prompt and run this command:

    winget list | findstr  /i redist

    Copy the output and post it in your reply.

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