msvcp140.dll

As part of Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable, msvcp140.dll enables C++ standard library functionality in Windows applications. It implements crucial programming elements like strings, I/O streams, containers, and algorithms defined by the C++ standard. This DLL file allows developers to utilize these features without implementing them from scratch, saving development time and ensuring consistency. When missing, applications may fail to launch or display errors, highlighting its importance. Users typically obtain msvcp140.dll through Visual C++ Redistributable installation, which provides this and other necessary runtime components.