How To Fix Microsoft Directx Directinput Dll Errors

This DLL file is one of many files contained in the DirectX software collection. Since DirectX is utilized by most Windows-based games and advanced graphics programs, microsoft.directx.directinput DLL errors usually show up only when using these programs. Microsoft DirectInput is used to process data from a game controller, like a joystick or mouse.

Microsoft.directx.directinput.dll Errors

There are several ways that microsoft.directx.directinput.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are a few of the more common error messages you might see:

Microsoft.directx.directinput.dll not found. Reinstalling might help fix this.The file microsoft.directx.directinput.dll is missingMicrosoft.directx.directinput.DLL Not FoundFile microsoft.directx.directinput.dll not found

The error message could apply to any program that utilizes Microsoft DirectX, but it’s most likely seen with video games more than other software programs. The error could appear at any point during the use of the game or application, but DLL errors like this are more often seen when the game first opens. Any of Microsoft’s operating systems since Windows 98 may be affected by microsoft.directx.directinput.dll and other DirectX issues. This includes Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000.

How to Fix Microsoft.directx.directinput.dll Errors

Follow these steps in the order they’re presented here to address the simpler fixes first.

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If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. Sometimes, though not often, the version included on the disc is a better fit for the program than the latest version available from Microsoft.