How To Fix Microsoft Directx Directsound 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.directsound errors usually show up only when using these programs. According to Microsoft, DirectSound provides a system to capture sounds from input devices and play sounds through various playback devices.

Microsoft.directx.directsound.dll Errors

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

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

The microsoft.directx.directsound.dll error message could apply to any program that utilizes Microsoft DirectX, but video games are the most common. The error might be seen at any point during the game or while using the software application, but it usually appears when the program or game first starts. Any of Microsoft’s operating systems since Windows 98 may be affected by this DLL problem and other DirectX issues. This includes Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, etc.

How to Fix Microsoft.directx.directsound.dll Errors

Follow these steps in the order they’re presented to try the simpler solutions first.

Need More Help?

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. If that version doesn’t provide the correct DLL file, try DirectX SDK December 2006. Sometimes the software developers will include a copy of DirectX on the installation disc if their game or program utilizes DirectX. Sometimes, though not often, the version included on the disc is a better fit for the program than the latest version available online from Microsoft.