Xinput1_3.dll errors usually appear when a game or other software program is started, and it could apply to any program that relies on Microsoft DirectX, though it’s most commonly with video games. Any of Microsoft’s operating systems since Windows 98 may be affected by xinput1_3.dll and other DirectX problems.
How to Fix Xinput1_3.dll Errors
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If you don’t want to fix this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a whole lot more. The xinput1_3.dll error might be a fluke and a simple restart could clear it up completely. Sometimes — though not often — the DirectX version included on the disc is a better fit for the program than the latest version available online.