What is ‘LoadLibrary failed with error 126’ error in Windows 10/11?
In this article, we are going to discuss on How to fix LoadLibrary failed with error 126 in Windows 10/11. You will be guided with easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. Let’s starts the discussion.
‘LoadLibrary failed with error 126’ issue:
It is common Windows Problem usually occurred when you try to launch or run, or install application/game in Windows 10/11 computer. This error is appeared with message saying ‘The specified modue could not be found. A dynamic link library (dll) initialization routine failed’. This error prevents you from launching or installing certain apps/games in Windows computer for some reasons. The error is appeared usually with the following programs/software:
- BluetStacks
- Steam or Steam Games (like Stardew)
- Virtual Box
- UltimateDefrag
- Radar ScreenSaver
- Logitech Gaming Keyboard and Headset
- Minecraft
- PowerAttendantLite
- Blender
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
- TrackIRv5
- Civilization VI
- ANSYS
- Microsoft Remote Desktop
- MATLAB
The possible reasons behind the issue can the required permission not given to the apps/programs that is showing error, corrupted/outdated graphics card drivers, graphics card compatibility issue with multiple graphics card or dual graphics card, corruption in system files or registry, malware or viruses infections in computer, corruption in Windows computer and other issues. You should make sure graphics card driver is properly installed and is up-to-date to latest & compatible version if you don’t to face this type of issue. Let’s go for the solution.
How to fix LoadLibrary failed with error 126 in Windows 10/11?
Method 1: Fix LoadLibrary failed with error 126 with ‘PC Repair Tool’
‘PC Repair Tool’ is easy & quick way to find and fix BSOD errors, DLL errors, EXE errors, problems with programs/applications, malware or viruses infections in computer, system files or registry issues, and other system issues with just few clicks.
Method 2: Launch the problematic application as an administrator
One possible way to fix the issue is to provide administrator permission to application that is triggering issue.
Step 1: Find and right-click on application icon or go to installation folder of application and right-click on is executable, and select ‘Properties’
Step 2: Click ‘Compatibility’ tab, tick ‘Run this program as an administrator’ checkbox, and hit ‘Apply > Ok’ button to save the changes and once done, re-launch the application or re-install and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 3: Enable Virtual Super Resolution in AMD Settings
VSR (Virtual Super Resolution) is AMD feature that allows application or game render at higher resolutions. If display resolution is not compatible with the game/app, you may face LoadLibrary failed with error 126. So, you can fix the issue by enabling Virtual Super Resolution in AMD settings in order to fix.
Step 1: Open ‘AMD Software’ and click ‘Settings’ at top-right corner
Step 2: Go to ‘Display’ tab and under ‘Display Options’, enable ‘Virtual Super Resolution’, and re-launch the problematic application and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 4: Copy the DLL file to System32 folder
Step 1: Open ‘File Explorer’ in Windows PC and go to following path
C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\u0352938.inf_amd64_e098709f94aef08d\B352876
Step 2: Copy the atio6axx.dll file and paste it into the ‘C:\windows\system32’ folder
Step 3: Once done, restart your computer and launch the problematic software and check if the issue is resolved.
Step 4: If not, type ‘cmd’ in Windows Search Box and press ‘CTRL + SHIFT + ENTER’ keys on keyboard to open ‘Command Prompt as Administrator’
Step 5: Type the following command and hit ‘Enter’ key to execute
C:\Windows\System32\ copy atio6axx.dll .dll
Step 6: Once executed, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 5: Change the Main Monitor or Discontent external display
Step 1: Open ‘Settings’ app in Windows PC and go to ‘System > Display’ and expand ‘Multiple Displays’
Step 2: Select the ‘Internal Display’ and check ‘Make this my main display’, and then launch the problematic application and check if the issue is resolved.
Step 3: If not, check if connecting the external display to another port works for you.
Step 4: if not, disconnect the external monitor from system and restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 6: Run SFC scan
You can run SFC scan in computer to repair corruption in system files in order to fix the issue.
Step 1: Open ‘Command Prompt as Administrator’ using above methods
Step 2: Type ‘sfc /scannow’ command and hit ‘Enter’ key to execute. Once executed, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 7: Perform Clean Boot
If the issue is still persist, you can perform Clean Boot operation in computer to disable unnecessarily running services/apps or startup items that might be preventing the application from running.
Step 1: Open ‘System Configuration’ app in Windows PC via Windows Search Box
Step 2: Click ‘Services’ tab, tick ‘Hide all Microsoft Services’ checkbox and hit ‘Disable All’ button
Step 3: Click ‘Startup’ tab, and click ‘Open Task Manager’, right-click on each startup item and select ‘End Task’ to disable them and then close Task Manager.
Step 4: Finally, click ‘Apply > Ok’ button on System Configuration app to save the changes and then restart your computer, and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 8: Uninstall AMD software
Step 1: Open ‘Settings’ app and go to ‘Apps > Apps & Features’
Step 2: Find and select AMD Software, and click ‘Uninstall’ to uninstall it and then check if the issue is resolved.
Method 9: Disable System built-In graphics
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ app in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and expand ‘Display Adapters’ category
Step 2: Right-click on your graphics card and select ‘Disable Device’ to disable it and once done, check if the issue is resolved.
Method 10: End System’s Group Policy for remote connections
Step 1: Open ‘Group Policy Editor’ app via Windows Search Box and go to following path
Computer Configuration>> Administrative Templates>> Windows Components>> Remote Desktop Services>> Remote Desktop Session Host>> Remote Session Environment
Step 2: Find and double-click ‘Use WDDM Graphics Display Driver for Remote Desktop Connections’ to open its Properties. Select ‘Disabled’ radio option and then hit ‘Apply > Ok’ button to save the changes.
Step 3: Now, double-click on following settings to open its Properties and make sure these settings are enabled.
Use Hardware Graphics Adapters for All Remote Desktop Services
Prioritize H.265/AVC444 Graphics Mode for Remote Desktop Connections
Configure H.264/AVC Hardware Encoding for Remote Desktop Connections
Step 4: Once done, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 11: Uninstall Java
You can fix the issue by uninstalling Java version in computer. You can perform this operation using ‘Method 8’ in computer and once done, check if the issue is resolved.
Method 12: Update graphics card driver
Updating graphics card driver to latest & compatible version can resolve the issue.
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ in Windows PC and expand ‘Display Adapters’ category
Step 2: Right-click on your graphics card driver and select ‘Update Driver’, and follow on-screen instructions to finish updating, and once finished, check if the issue is resolved.
Download or reinstall graphics card driver update in Windows PC [Automatically]
You can also try to update all Windows drivers including graphics card driver using Automatic Driver Update Tool. You can get this tool through button/link below.
Conclusion
I am sure this post helped you on How to fix LoadLibrary failed with error 126 in Windows 10/11 with easy ways. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
