MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file Windows PowerShell Types. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml related errors on your device. You can also download MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml errors

1 Information about MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file
2 Errors related to MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file
3 How to fix MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml

4.1 List of MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml
File extension	PS1XML
Type	Developer
Description	Windows PowerShell Types

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	6161
Oldest file	2012-06-02
MIME type	application/xml

Most common MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file related problems

There are various types of errors related to MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file. MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml is corrupted
MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml cannot be located
Runtime Error - MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml
MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file error
MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file:
MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file could not be loaded
MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file doesn't exist

MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml

Application could not be started because MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml errors in just few steps?

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

MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file

The last solution is to manually download and replace MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\

If the steps did not solve your MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml 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 MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml

System Windows 10

File size 6161 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	67dbaed61df5cd5233da22e9f88689a5
	SHA1	ea397794f3ee98b49b89e0f00a93d8cd628c071d
	SHA256	59001b48956aa379378209c2101d249349e2c7c0c28836926c1d95d822b71709
	CRC32	37b2075f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\

Filename MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml

System Windows 8.1

File size 5553 bytes

Date 2013-06-18

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File details
	MD5	4f1521747ab7be745fd1f6aa00077693
	SHA1	e990b15bc1a84623af32609577fc3120a9b5f076
	SHA256	f3a27e802a68e8d1b5b214332a59d0cc8696d1dc123c8bbe32fdb687dc7f85a6
	CRC32	35a60215
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\

Filename MSFT_Printer.format.ps1xml

System Windows 8

File size 5287 bytes

Date 2012-06-02

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File details
	MD5	d862d9712414394e70abb1c5f3156c8a
	SHA1	570de155228d387631d177cef98ebbd84f268e92
	SHA256	88f63bde0303217b73cd00c33eb9e4e507f6626840ab67fa5fd14af153524f98
	CRC32	4c6b2b89
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\Modules\PrintManagement\