Fix GROOVE.HXS Errors

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

GROOVE.HXS file Help 2 Compiled Help. 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 GROOVE.HXS related errors on your device. You can also download GROOVE.HXS file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 GROOVE.HXS

4.1 List of GROOVE.HXS file versions

File info

General information
Filename	GROOVE.HXS
File extension	HXS
Type	Internet Web
Description	Help 2 Compiled Help

Software
Program	Office 2010
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2010

Details
File size	2278416
Oldest file	2017-05-10
Latest file	2017-05-10

Most common GROOVE.HXS file related problems

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

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

GROOVE.HXS

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

Problems related to GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS

System Windows 10

File size 128894 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	e22a0d5d1dcfc46e17cfa5394b39d8c0
	SHA1	39bfc366cd58046965635da77481c3cee17c3a05
	SHA256	cfb148cf0a6c45dc5c54aacc3fea7cf835a1bd4e6060d99c0a5ad956cf40ab8b
	CRC32	969c4da7
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\

Filename GROOVE.HXS

System Windows 7

File size 2278416 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	c0d9c309bff0559405a93020a3c18475
	SHA1	7686d810e6f13eaa77feceb8111e3222335d083c
	SHA256	dbcae0a2bd51e2f16ec9812858c058c0c208d39866fbbd8f56134c75c70d1b1d
	CRC32	44708ec5
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\

Filename GROOVE.HXS

System Windows Vista

File size 280018 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	0e9c516b14f7c78611eb5795d3ef8d9a
	SHA1	c06e7d75a5f24f8b262d5b3b3c3535f64ac6c66f
	SHA256	4d75193dd2e607959eb70c43e7544c438d7b413d0dadf9b3cdd05f7efde528db
	CRC32	7259deff
	Example file location	---

Filename GROOVE.HXS

System Windows 8

File size 128894 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	e22a0d5d1dcfc46e17cfa5394b39d8c0
	SHA1	39bfc366cd58046965635da77481c3cee17c3a05
	SHA256	cfb148cf0a6c45dc5c54aacc3fea7cf835a1bd4e6060d99c0a5ad956cf40ab8b
	CRC32	969c4da7
	Example file location	---