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Troubleshoot types.ps1xml Errors and Download File

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

types.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 types.ps1xml related errors on your device. You can also download types.ps1xml file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

File info

General information
Filename types.ps1xml
File extension PS1XML
Type Developer
Description Windows PowerShell Types
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 210376
Oldest file 2009-06-10
MIME type application/xml
types.ps1xml

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

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

types.ps1xml

Error

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

OK

Problems related to types.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 types.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.

types.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

Virus Scan

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

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to types.ps1xml 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 types.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

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\

If the steps did not solve your types.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 types.ps1xml
System Windows 10
File size 210376 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 dc84bcbc49097a0e97a6a798be6cfbc0
SHA1 9148dfda0a1948a532890f5fd347c9e72955c7b2
SHA256 1f4990c289b2466c61c3cbd35edeaaf99430a3492340d52a84f5d8a0ef6be1a0
CRC32 7963e785
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename types.ps1xml
System Windows 8.1
File size 257320 bytes
Date 2013-06-18
File details
MD5 2a6be2f38307208991c88fbc8b6b1cc9
SHA1 71f4266be2bc709f3d756738cbd92d3d1c137eaf
SHA256 adc7d09077fbc244dd2b6cb4f8d8a91651e412ede68c8d1fa765a8c0fe5a2fcc
CRC32 eefd94b5
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename types.ps1xml
System Windows 8
File size 253190 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
File details
MD5 cd8a011a39e4b248f09df8cd363a1789
SHA1 3179f243d625b5e9c4da62847309b40fba950b4f
SHA256 50cc37341e01e9b49af87dbc733b692278f8c32b41af00f62a84b9ab23b3214a
CRC32 da1ba7a1
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename types.ps1xml
System Windows 7
File size 168372 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 2300a495192fe39d518e167dc5bae6a5
SHA1 30a85f4f226f7038dce495af3288481858175ffd
SHA256 7ee8c9dd51818ce9c2b03442ef20594ba79e26b6b3af87fe08a4790a0c34bf7c
CRC32 2230652e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\