This is the safest and most official way to add DirectX diagnostic and development tools to Windows 10. Open Settings from your Start menu. Go to Apps > Apps & features . Click on Optional features (or "Manage optional features"). Select Add a feature . Search for Graphics Tools , select it, and click Install .
Historically, dxcpl.exe was distributed as part of the DirectX SDK . While this is an older method, installing the SDK will place the executable in the SDK's installation folder (typically under Utilities/bin ). Important Notes EXPERIMENTAL force dx 11.0 - Return of Reckoning dxcpl.exe download windows 10
Once finished, press , type dxcpl , and hit Enter to open it. Option 2: DirectX SDK (Legacy) This is the safest and most official way
Windows 10 includes a modern version of these tools built-in. Optional Features Add a feature Search for and install Graphics Tools Once installed, you can open it by pressing , and hitting Enter. Legacy DirectX SDK: Click on Optional features (or "Manage optional features")
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