Windows 10: How do I fix error status 0xc000012f?

I have tried installing Visual C++ and restarting my pc. But the error keep appearing when I open some apps, does anyone know what I can do to solve this problem?

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Error status 0xc000012f

Hi Crepes,

Error Status 0xc000012f is an issue after updating Windows. It is when the image file being used are not in the right format. Having said that, before presenting a resolution can you please answer the following questions:

• When did you first encounter this error code?
• What is the make and model of your computer?
• What were the specific troubleshooting steps you have performed to resolve the issue?
• Have you made any changes on your computer prior to this issue?

Please get back to us with the above information so that we can assist you further.

 

error status 0xc000012f

Hi Nathan,

Based on your description of the issue, it appears that the error 0xc000012f is preventing you from successfully launching your software. We suggest that you install the latest version of DirectX in your system. To do this, simply follow the steps provided
in this
link.

Should you have further questions, feel free to post on this thread.

Regards.

 

Error Status 0xc000012f

Hi Dave

When the computer is first turned on it starts with Main Message window:NvBackend.exe -Bad image then goes on ending up with Error Status 0xc000012f

Wayne