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# Install DirectX

*DirectX provides the graphics files that games and overlays depend on. Windows 10/11 already includes DirectX 12, but many games and overlays still need the **older DirectX 9/10/11 files** that are only installed by this package — install it even if your system is up to date.*

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**Install this if you see errors like:**

* `d3dx9_43.dll is missing`
* `d3dx11_43.dll is missing`
* `xinput1_3.dll is missing`
* `D3DCOMPILER_43.dll is missing`
* Overlay/ESP not rendering in game
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<a href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35" class="button primary" data-icon="desktop-arrow-down">Download DirectX End-User Runtime</a>

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### Download the Installer

1. Click the download button above to open the official Microsoft page.
2. Click **“Download”** to get `dxwebsetup.exe`.
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### Run the Installer

1. Right-click **`dxwebsetup.exe`** → select **“Run as administrator”**
2. Accept the license agreement and click **Next**.
3. **Uncheck** the “Install the Bing Bar” offer if it appears, then click **Next**.
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### Wait for Installation to Complete

* The installer will download and install all missing DirectX components.
* When it says “Installation Complete,” click **Finish**.
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### Restart Your PC

* Once finished, restart your system so all changes take effect.
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**Still getting DirectX errors after a restart?** Make sure you have also followed the [Install Runtimes](/troubleshooting/common-fixes/install-runtimes.md) guide. If the problem persists, create a ticket in our [Discord](https://ssz.gg/discord) and our support team will assist you.
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