
Navigate to the files folder, in this example c:\downloads\DirectX9\files. The DirectX files will be extracted to the chosen folder. button and choose the files folder you've created, in this example c:\downloads\DirectX9\files and click on the Ok button Choose to run the application if Windows asks. Open the downloaded directx_Jun2010_redist.exe file by double clicking it, or open it from the downloads list in your browser. Choose to Save the downloaded file (directx_Jun2010_redist.exe), save it in your folder, in this example c:\downloads\DirectX9. Click on the No thanks and continue button on the right. Uncheck all recommended software/features and see if the download summary on the right only says 1. Go to the Microsoft download center for DirectX End-User Runtimes (2010) and click the download button. Create another folder files in the DirectX9 folder, in this example c:\downloads\DirectX9\files. Create an empty folder, for example c:\downloads\DirectX9. Then, type the following in the box and press Enter (or click “OK. To do that, first, open the Run dialog box by pressing Windows+R. If you’d like to see what DirectX version your system is currently running, use a command in your the Run dialog box and you’ll see the version number. RELATED: What to Do When Your PC Game Lags Check the Current DirectX Version on Windows 11 Earlier versions include DirectX 11, 10, 9, and 8, but Windows 11 has always come with DirectX 12 preinstalled. The latest version may patch issues in the version you have installed, allowing you to have a bug-free experience.Īs of February 2023, the latest DirectX version is 12. You may also want to update DirectX if you have an issue with your PC, particularly graphics-related problems. Since DirectX plays a role in all kinds of multimedia functions, an updated version of DirectX can also improve your experience in things like watching videos.
You can expect improvements in FPS and animations in your games.
The main reason to update DirectX is that a newer version enhances the gaming experience on your Windows 11 PC.