If Method 1 fails, the software is likely looking for a specific filename that doesn't exist. We will create a decoy.
The installer or launcher performs a "vanity check" – it looks for the existence of that filename. When it finds your dummy file, it assumes the redistributable is already present and proceeds. Since you already installed the real redistributable in Method 1, this works flawlessly. vcredistx642008sp1x64exe not found
INFO: Could not find files for the given pattern(s). If Method 1 fails, the software is likely
: If your original application's setup still fails, look for an option to "Browse" for prerequisites and select the vcredist_x64.exe file you just downloaded. If Method 1 fails
Visit the Microsoft Download Center to get the Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Service Pack 1 Redistributable Package MFC Security Update .