POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file Microsoft Help 2 Collection Definition. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC related errors on your device. You can also download POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows Vista

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Fix POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC errors

1 Information about POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file
2 Errors related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file
3 How to fix POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC

4.1 List of POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file versions

File info

General information
Filename	POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC
File extension	HXC
Type	Windows Help
Description	Microsoft Help 2 Collection Definition

Software
Program	Office 2010
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2010

Details
File size	656
Oldest file	2017-05-10
MIME type	application/xml

Most common POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file related problems

There are various types of errors related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file. POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC is corrupted
POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC cannot be located
Runtime Error - POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC
POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file error
POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file:
POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file could not be loaded
POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file doesn't exist

POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC

Application could not be started because POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file

The last solution is to manually download and replace POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file example directory paths.

Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\
Windows Vista: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\1033\

If the steps did not solve your POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC

System Windows 7

File size 656 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	af501045ae0840645c0f389f0cf3c173
	SHA1	b64c2c4df09592bafb5ee0b79c0f99549fdad442
	SHA256	0786b180392dc07d8aeb54a861b44ee323f14222fa7e01174f7ad06c44426633
	CRC32	7ceffd29
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\

Filename POWERPNT.DEV_COL.HXC

System Windows Vista

File size 656 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	3b0bfb4aeb3db6d323d68769919b0c0d
	SHA1	45b0dd2931b98d5ff50574c4457f753dbbb3521a
	SHA256	10b119bd241b8f2af0cfa688ab93a8e440f36c3aa5d61625dbf99c38fd4f19d5
	CRC32	76719b97
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\1033\