Grabware

Windows · Games

DirectX

Microsoft DirectX is a collection of application programming interfaces (APIs) for handling tasks related to multimedia, especially game programming and video,…

Version 9.29.1974.20210222 · by Microsoft

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Official site: microsoft.com

About DirectX

DirectX is a collection of APIs for handling tasks related to games and videos.

How to install DirectX

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install directx
  4. Open DirectX once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is DirectX free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to microsoft.com, the developer's official site, where DirectX is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of DirectX?

The version listed here is 9.29.1974.20210222, published /Date(1614. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install DirectX from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install directx. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is DirectX safe?

DirectX downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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