((better)) Download - Microsoft Visual C++ 14.0

If you have encountered the infamous error message: "Microsoft Visual C++ 14.0 is required. Get it with 'Microsoft C++ Build Tools'." You are likely trying to install a Python package (such as scrapy , cryptography , or numpy ) that requires compilation. Do not panic. This article explains exactly what Visual C++ 14.0 is, where to download it, and how to install it correctly. What is Microsoft Visual C++ 14.0? First, a crucial clarification: There is no standalone installer named "Visual C++ 14.0".

search for "vc_redist 14.0" on random DLL websites. Microsoft's official channels provide the correct, safe, and up-to-date installers. Once installed, you will never see that error again. microsoft visual c++ 14.0 download