The d3dx10_43 DLL file is one of many files contained in the DirectX software collection. Since DirectX is utilized by most Windows based games and advanced graphics programs, d3dx10_43.dll errors usually show up only when using these programs.

D3dx10_43.dll Errors

There are many ways d3dx10_43.dll errors can show up on your PC. Here are several of the more common error messages you might see:

D3dx10_43.DLL Not FoundThe file d3dx10_43.dll is missingFile d3dx10_43.dll not foundD3dx10_43.dll not found. Reinstalling might help fix this.

These errors usually appear when a game or other software program is starting. However, DLL errors aren’t limited to that time only; they can occur at any point when the file is needed, like when you try to perform a certain action in the program, when the program is trying to update, or when you’re nearing the end of using the software and are about to close it. The d3dx10_43.dll error message could apply to any program that utilizes DirectX, but it’s most commonly associated with video games. Total War: ARENA, Arma 3, World of Tanks, Grand Theft Auto, Just Cause 2, Red Orchestra 2, and DC Universe Online (DCUO) are a few examples of games that have been known to show a d3dx10_43.dll error message either after you select the Play button or when the game is first trying to open. We’ve also seen users report this DLL error in relation to SteamVR.

How to Fix D3dx10_43.dll Errors

Follow these steps in the order they’re listed in below to try the more likely fixes first.

Need More Help?

If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. The d3dx10_43.dll error might be a fluke and a simple restart could clear it up completely. In fact, restarting is a common method for fixing many computer problems. Sometimes, though not often, the version included on the disc is a better fit for the program than the latest version available online.