You can extract only the dxcpl.exe file without installing the entire SDK using 7-Zip or WinRAR. While not supported by Microsoft, this is less risky than random exe files from 2021-labeled sites.
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: Open dxcpl.exe , click Edit List , and add the .exe file of the game or app you want to run. You can extract only the dxcpl