How to Fix Bad Image Error in Windows 11

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When launching programmes on their windows computers, users get the Bad Image error dialogue box. According to the error message, the programme you are trying to run is either incompatible with Windows or has issues. The latter occurs more frequently. An error message appears when Windows is unable to run the programme due to issues with libraries or files that the programme requires. If this happens, the only way to fix the issue is to either replace the problematic library that is currently being shown or reinstall the problematic programme.  Even though it’s unlikely, a virus could keep causing the Bad Image error.

There are known malicious software programmes that mimic the error message and dialogue box to persuade the user to purchase a phone antivirus software. The problem should be resolved after a thorough system scan with a reputable antivirus programme. It is safe to assume that the error message is genuine if the scan turns up no malware or viruses on the system. As a result, any dependencies that are missing from your computer will also be installed when you install an application. Numerous issues will arise if the application is run without the necessary dependencies being set up on your computer. DLL files, which are essentially collections of code, are frequently used in Windows 11 and offer the benefit of being shared by several windows’ app running on your computer.

Ways to Fix Bad Image Error in Windows 11

Replace Corrupted DLL File

As it turns out, the first action you should take after seeing the error message in question is to replace the file that is displayed there. If you carefully read the error message, you will learn that a DLL file is corrupted or damaged. DLL files are crucial because they contain code and function as libraries that many programmes on your computer use. While they typically do not become corrupted, this is not always the case. When this happens, the applications that rely on them may stop functioning.

You will need to replace the corrupted file with a new one if this situation applies. There are some exceptions to our general rule that we don’t advise downloading files from arbitrary websites on the internet, especially when we have personally used the service. To replace the file, follow the directions below:

First, click on this link to go to the dll-files website. This is a remarkable website, it is secure and we have personally used it multiple times.

There, search for the dll-files listed in the error message in the search bar provided.

Click on the dll file that appears in the results.

Scroll down and click the Download button to download the file.

Once the download is complete, unzip the file to a location of your choice.

Then head to that location and copy the DLL file.

Then open Windows Explorer.

In the address bar, copy and paste the following path and press Enter

C:WindowsSystem32

If the directory indicated in the error message is different, go to that folder instead.

There, paste the copied file and click the “Replace” option when prompted.

Then run the application again to see if the problem is resolved.

Select the “Repair” Option for Microsoft Office

If you need to fix error 0xc000012f for MS Office programmes like Word or Excel, try using this fix. Some MS Office users claim that choosing the Online Repair option in Office fixed the error code 0xc000012f. How to select the repair option is as follows:

Display the Programs and Features applet (the Guide to Opening the Windows Uninstaller provides numerous methods).

Under Programs and Features, select your MS Office suite.

Click the Change option for the selected MS Office suite.

Select the more complete online repair option.

Select Repair to fix the suite.

Reinstall Microsoft Visual Redistributables

When you don’t have the necessary Microsoft runtime libraries on your computer, the issue might also arise. Given that Microsoft C and C++ development tools are used to create the majority of applications, these libraries are crucial. Therefore, you will also need to instal the Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Libraries on your computer in order to run the programme.

If the programme was developed using a different version of the library, the issue may occasionally still exist even if the runtime libraries are installed on your computer or laptop. There are various versions available, and the error message might still appear if the correct versions are not installed. It is advised that you uninstall all of the Microsoft Visual Redistributables from your system and then reinstall them. Follow the directions below to accomplish this:

First, open the Start menu by searching for “Control Panel”.

In the Control Panel window, click on the Uninstall a Program option under Programs.

There, in the list of applications installed on your computer, look for Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables and double-click on them to uninstall them from your computer. Also note the different versions installed, i.e. 2013, 2015, etc.

Once uninstallation is complete, restart your computer.

Then, once your PC boots up, click here to head to the official Microsoft web page to download Microsoft Visual Redistributables.

Scroll down the page and download each of the redistributables again.

Install them on your PC.

Once the installation is complete, check to see if the problem is resolved.

Run the DirectX End-User Web Installer

Number 0xc000012f Missing DirectX End-User runtime components (libraries) on users’ PCs can also result in the Bad Image error. This can be resolved by launching the DirectX End-User Web Installer, which installs the archived DirectX SDK runtime libraries. Follow these instructions to run the DirectX End-User Web Installer:

Go to the DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer page.

Click Download on that web page to obtain the dxwebsetup.exe file.

Open your browser’s downloads folder in Explorer and double-click the dxwebsetup.exe file.

Select the “I agree” radio button on the DirectX Setup Wizard and click “Next” to continue.

If you do not want to install the Bing bar, uncheck the “Install the Bing bar” checkbox.

Press Next to install the DirectX component.

Click Finish at the end of the setup wizard.

Final Words

That’s it with our article on how to Fix Bad Image Error in Windows 11. A bad image error is most likely the result of a software problem. Corrupt drivers or problems with incompatibility during software updates could be the cause. You can uninstall specific programmes if you think the error is caused by corrupt or incompatible files. The issue might be resolved by installing updates or reverting recent upgrades. Consider performing a clean boot or system restore if neither of these solutions work.