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How to fix missing DLL errors when installing or running EzCad2, EzCad3, or EzCad by installing Microsoft Visual C++ 2015.

1 min read3 stepsUpdated Jul 2026
Applies toAll machinesTopicSoftware

If you get an error message about a missing DLL or multiple missing DLL files, try this:

  1. Install Microsoft Visual Studio C++ 2015 for your computer (x86 or X64):
    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48145
  2. Reboot your PC after the install.
  3. Attempt to run EzCad again.

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