Remove/Uninstall DirectX 12/11 on Windows 10/8/7 (2023 Re-updated)

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Here's how to manually remove/Uninstall DirectX 12/11 on Windows 10/8/7.

4/23/2023 added for PC gamers only:
1. play your game in the Windows 7 compatibility mode.
For details, see the reply I made to **Nopalnih..** in the Comments section below.

Source: harrymc@ superuser[.]com.

3/26/2023 added:

i. Here is a batch file (BETA) that you can use to uninstall DirectX on Windows:

@echo off

rem Uninstall DirectX

start /wait "Remove DirectX" /remove /noreboot

rem Restart Windows

shutdown /r /t 0

This batch file will uninstall DirectX and then restart your computer. To use it, simply save it as a file with the .bat extension and then double-click on it to run it.

ii. DirectX is a collection of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) that allow software developers to create high-quality graphics and audio for Windows-based games and applications. It is used by a wide range of games and applications, including some of the most popular games in the world.

Here are some of the pros of using DirectX:

1. It is a widely used API. DirectX is used by a wide range of games and applications, so there is a large community of developers who are familiar with it. This means that there are a lot of resources available for learning how to use DirectX, and there are a lot of people who can help you if you have problems.
2. It is a powerful API. DirectX provides a lot of features that allow developers to create high-quality graphics and audio. It also provides a lot of flexibility, so developers can use it to create a wide range of different types of games and applications.
3. It is well-supported. Microsoft provides a lot of support for DirectX, including documentation, tools, and drivers. This makes it easy to use DirectX, and it also means that you can get help if you have problems.

And here are some of the cons of using DirectX:
1. It is not cross-platform. DirectX is only available for Windows, so it cannot be used to develop games or applications that will run on other platforms.
2. It is not always the most efficient API. DirectX can be more resource-intensive than other APIs, such as OpenGL. This means that it may not be the best choice for games or applications that need to run on older or less powerful hardware.
3. It is not always the most user-friendly API. DirectX can be complex to use, and it can be difficult to learn how to use it effectively. This means that it may not be the best choice for developers who are new to graphics programming.

Overall, DirectX is a powerful and well-supported API that can be a great choice for developing games and applications for Windows. However, it is important to be aware of its limitations, such as its lack of cross-platform support and its complexity.

3/9/2023 Added (FYI ONLY):

Windows uses DirectX as a set of application programming interfaces (APIs) for handling multimedia tasks such as gaming, video playback, and 3D rendering. DirectX was developed by Microsoft to provide a standard interface for interacting with graphics hardware, sound cards, and other multimedia devices.

One of the main reasons why Windows uses DirectX is that it enables developers to create multimedia applications that can run on a wide range of hardware configurations, without needing to write device-specific code. This is achieved by providing a set of APIs that abstract the underlying hardware and provide a standard way for developers to access graphics and audio capabilities.

Another reason why DirectX is used in Windows is that it provides a high level of performance and scalability. The APIs are designed to take advantage of the capabilities of modern graphics hardware and optimize performance for the specific requirements of multimedia applications, such as high frame rates, low latency, and efficient memory usage.

Overall, DirectX has become an essential component of the Windows operating system, allowing developers to create high-quality multimedia applications that can run on a wide range of hardware configurations, while also providing a high level of performance and scalability.

2/4/22 Added: 1) For Windows 11/10 viewers, removing DirectX 12 is not possible. 2) And to disable DirectX from running in your Windows, turn off DirectPlay sub-option in “turn windows features on or off” under Control Panel. 3) For Steam users, enter -dx11 into Set Launch Options sub-tab - this would allow you to re-use DX11.

Note: lots of Windows games are using DirectX 11: Battlefield: Bad Company 2, DiRT 2, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat, Sid Meier's Civilization V, World of Warcraft,
Medal of Honor, Only in Multiplayer, Aliens vs. Predator & BattleForge.

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sadly i can't play older game with controller with directx installed in my computer this video help me lot ty bro

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Thanks bro Windows 11 is so good windows 12 makes me wanna sui c I de

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the files of directx from registery keeps coming back after i restart

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bro i tried to play batman arkham knight in dx 12 but its not working i dunno why how to fix it please reply bro love you from nepal

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DirectX is not in the option slot for me, aka this video does not help me unfortunately.

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if you reset it, of course you will delete direct.bullshit tutorial

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how to install the deleted directx folder

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Why dose directX make my PC CPU 100% ??

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yo man i know i am kinda late but my game is batman arkham knights and i get error saying directx version is not supported please check the system requirements


my specs:

windows 10 enterprenu
nvidia geforce 210
intel pentium g2020
8gb ram
400gb storage Hdd

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um i went into dxdiag after deleting the shit n regedit t says i stll have dx12

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i cant play rocket league or valorant. is this because i have dx12?

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at 31seconds what are you trying to say my man? what am i clicking

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Help i just downloaded Aliens Vs Predator 2010 game it runs but just stays on black screen, i have directx12 but i suppose it runs on direct x11 or 9, what do i do?

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I just did everything in the video permanently deleted direct X restarted my computer and it magically reappeared on my PC. I just want to play grey zone warfare this is crazy

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i cant run warzone since the new update i tried this still nothing i have an amd raedeon rx vega 56 i cant seem to find a solution and the devs are not answering any of my bug repports

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ok why justwhy would i reset my pc fuck

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I don't know how to make.. don't understand for me 🤔

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it just says error when i type in Registry Editor

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okey for some reason i did delet the DrectX in Registry Editor. how can i get that back in there?

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i have directx 11, what shall i do, i cant play gta 4 .says dll is missings

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