A runtime error appears with the message:
“Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library
Runtime Error!
Program: C:\Program Files…
This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.”
The error does not specify which program caused the problem. It may occur when launching certain applications or after recent software changes.
Cause:
This issue is commonly caused by corrupted Visual C++ runtime components, conflicts with third-party software, or damaged system files.
Solution:
Step 1: Clean Boot to Eliminate Software Conflicts
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Press Windows + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
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In the System Configuration window, click the Services tab.
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Check “Hide all Microsoft services”, then click “Disable all”.
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Click the Startup tab and then click “Open Task Manager”.
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In Task Manager, disable all startup items.
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Close Task Manager, click OK in the System Configuration window.
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Restart your computer.
This will start Windows with minimal drivers and services.
Step 2: Repair System Files with DISM and SFC
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Click Start, type cmd.
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Right-click “Command Prompt” and choose “Run as administrator”.
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In the command window, type:
Dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
Press Enter and wait for it to finish (this may take time). -
Then type:
sfc /scannow
Press Enter again and wait for the verification to complete. -
After the scan, restart the computer.
Step 3: Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributables
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Open Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
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Uninstall all items named “Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable”.
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Visit the Microsoft website and download the latest supported Visual C++ Redistributable packages (both x86 and x64).
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Install them and restart your computer.
Summary:
This runtime error is often resolved by cleaning startup processes, repairing system files, and reinstalling the Visual C++ components. These steps have helped resolve similar issues in many Windows 10 systems.