How to Download and Fix xcopy.exe?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

xcopy.exe file Extended Copy Utility. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of xcopy.exe related errors on your device. You can also download xcopy.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

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

4 Download xcopy.exe

4.1 List of xcopy.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	xcopy.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Extended Copy Utility

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common xcopy.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to xcopy.exe file. xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

xcopy.exe

Application could not be started because xcopy.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe errors in just few steps?

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

xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your xcopy.exe 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 xcopy.exe

System Windows 10

File size 44032 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	bb00d4410b898fd48d90c41a160f1e23
	SHA1	0cad2030d40bdd31dc318f5c7fba148d8fdb1aa6
	SHA256	822c4e9f406b7544ba68083b03c83e79a38d57848f5549a560c5205ed0f2cfab
	CRC32	838390ae
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 44544 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	be8e8b7c9e7e7961fc86b21deaa71a61
	SHA1	f4d533d8d4a0017afb77bc1ed82595a81f22bc68
	SHA256	bd7ea44dfd278c44ab7e49437d44d6c279bb1da1f92c9afefcb02babaa00b360
	CRC32	6a6b5b7f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows 8

File size 38400 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	cf3350a1fbe94b7111d95b09e8869be9
	SHA1	94e60850ddca711d42fa82673e48a11875460be9
	SHA256	97c1fc594952dfaca77eb89141a09867d7d626bf14477b6f2b29548688d00384
	CRC32	15882146
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows 7

File size 43008 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	20cf8728c55a8743aac86fb8d30ea898
	SHA1	0a49ca5b46210824ac22d0b8dc43ef5e7b6d2989
	SHA256	32ee791aa61bfe60a28a788663e15376da83d7b20e133f6f96f77c54f262fcc1
	CRC32	20138a43
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows 7

File size 36864 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	361d273773994ed11a6f1e51bbb4277e
	SHA1	8a0b7dcefc9a59c51e0ddcf4062ba4d72cf11831
	SHA256	8222485cbd869043e994a97326311dbdc5e53318e738cf5cf1691a9809f77cf6
	CRC32	9f58a967
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 36864 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9d1f6b512a3ca51993d60f6858df000d
	SHA1	59f9cb06550f1e946471d12eea5d0eea1da8de68
	SHA256	c1b0404ee75e47e6cdb816abdfa4e2dd78bed2cc599196fb70c51587610532a2
	CRC32	0ca2e742
	Example file location	---

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 42496 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	dedc86de3ae3f805fb490fbd2b47e217
	SHA1	c466f4800d381aff3a628a4925c9d65a533b225c
	SHA256	a07f644ef8477eab13cd0bf23b7167136bce7cf1a38a1ed41ac513ba2031c391
	CRC32	c3175c8a
	Example file location	---

Filename xcopy.exe

System Windows XP

File size 30720 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	9f45d6316d06ec8fac0cf07279823dde
	SHA1	576ea2d042112e80c1e2e86e62b0bd584dc06417
	SHA256	f1f905558bd1b8fed7683b1de778e616b95c713027ad79e4921147d22ff1198a
	CRC32	fe59fd7a
	Example file location	---