WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC - How to Fix? Download Now

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

WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC related errors on your device. You can also download WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC errors

1 Information about WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file
2 Errors related to WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file
3 How to fix WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC

4.1 List of WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WINWORD.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	651
Oldest file	2017-05-10
MIME type	application/xml

Most common WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file related problems

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

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

WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC

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

Problems related to WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC errors in just few steps?

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

WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file

The last solution is to manually download and replace WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of WINWORD.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 WINWORD.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 WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC

System Windows 7

File size 651 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	fe52bf8a08305fa103bd6f12074990cb
	SHA1	5142d38c5f1518912a7bcd460b13c703956af12c
	SHA256	f27681d82eac13ace3bf2bd79cafc44438b83e97a9c93a4663ead43e367a046b
	CRC32	190f2685
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\

Filename WINWORD.DEV_COL.HXC

System Windows Vista

File size 651 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	6756f32be6c0519180cd354c851f23de
	SHA1	9afa88029eec459516d043aef042763d5dd014bf
	SHA256	14aba704569ee54fa95a25b4ec531e314c081ccc3cabaf2060640b70c3d461ae
	CRC32	6ae4b2e9
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\1033\