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

providers.js file JavaScript. 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 providers.js related errors on your device. You can also download providers.js file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix providers.js errors

File info

General information
Filename providers.js
File extension JS
Type Script
Description JavaScript
Software
Program Windows 8.1
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 8.1
Details
File size 9806
Oldest file 2014-11-21
Latest file 2014-11-21
providers.js

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

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

providers.js

Error

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

OK

Problems related to providers.js 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 providers.js 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.

providers.js 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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with providers.js 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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 providers.js 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

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 providers.js file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the providers.js file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the providers.js 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 providers.js file

The last solution is to manually download and replace providers.js 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 providers.js file.

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

  • Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingNews_3.0.4.213_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\MySources\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingNews_3.0.4.213_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\MySources\

If the steps did not solve your providers.js 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 providers.js
System Windows 8.1
File size 9806 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 bf2a9d7aa7bdffd5f83f6bf597ab76ab
SHA1 235fd87c0ffc2656884058cd265fb68531203f0a
SHA256 23119a99734ddc31918c7b13f0fb9dde6e5cfbe0de2e0d4f06006328c0a36b4c
CRC32 61a29e46
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingNews_3.0.4.213_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\MySources\
Filename providers.js
System Windows 8.1
File size 42428 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 c22e22e764b1b737ea57e7d0f5ce802a
SHA1 372abdeac4f16cfc7f7e28567af729f3a75f79e7
SHA256 b0f5303656cb82ed89689dd52538e02d8b0a24aabeed7b0d67c2bd1f51ed7378
CRC32 52d809a1
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingNews_3.0.4.213_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\MySources\