How to fix errors with ddraw.dll

Ddraw.dll is dll file associated with Microsoft DirectX DirectDraw. If this file is corrupt or is the incorrect version for your version of DirectX, you can receive errors when attempting to run games or other software.

To resolve this issue, we recommend you download the latest version of DirectX from Microsoft's website. If you have downloaded the latest version of DirectX and you are still encountering issues with DirectX, we recommend you follow the steps below.

How to fix ddraw.ll errors

1. Click Start, Find, click Find File or Folders.
2. In the Name box, search for ddraw.dll and click Find Now.
3. At least one file should be located in the C:\Windows\SYSTEM directory.
4. Right-click and choose properties on the ddraw.dll file.
5. Click the Version tab.
6. On the Version tab, verify that the file version matches the version of your DirectX.
7. If you do not have a matching version, we recommend you delete this file and reinstall the latest version of DirectX.