gadget.xml Troubleshoot and Download
Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.
gadget.xml file Extensible Markup Language. 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 gadget.xml related errors on your device. You can also download gadget.xml file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.
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Fix gadget.xml errors
General information |
Filename |
gadget.xml |
File extension |
XML |
Type |
Data |
Description |
Extensible Markup Language |
Software |
Program |
Windows 7 |
Software |
Windows |
Author |
Microsoft |
Software version |
7 |
Details |
File size |
1010 |
Oldest file |
2006-11-02 |
Latest file |
2011-04-12 |
There are various types of errors related to gadget.xml file. gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.
- gadget.xml is corrupted
- gadget.xml cannot be located
- Runtime Error - gadget.xml
- gadget.xml file error
- gadget.xml file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
- cannot register gadget.xml file:
- gadget.xml file could not be loaded
- gadget.xml file doesn't exist
gadget.xml
Application could not be started because gadget.xml file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.
OK
Problems related to gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml 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.
Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!
gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml 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 4: Restoring Windows system
Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml file
The last solution is to manually download and replace gadget.xml 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 gadget.xml file.
Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of gadget.xml file example directory paths.
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
- Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\
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If the steps did not solve your gadget.xml 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
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1003 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
0026a08b56c93f9bb664d54b9cb9c337 |
SHA1 |
be330833f68da231e98d7c61e137cc301906d07f |
SHA256 |
52f1f08a231de2a96a236febc7288f06113650cece7189b3c001997985fff9c0 |
CRC32 |
425b5b73 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
993 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
13667d6f27aae6c5ea889db3f3345be9 |
SHA1 |
c15a247b9bd28d63ad0ed7c3c1bdd1676745691d |
SHA256 |
41fca0dcb8d7c601f97d67fca15143feb6d8e750d18315204470ab4ea9403913 |
CRC32 |
17734ffe |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1010 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
8868994312822715fd10058942da1c9a |
SHA1 |
4249977fc5960065254728d415739b7109cc3274 |
SHA256 |
18aa5252052c9a8f54b1f5e6c291841fcd26d94773e3b505d09383572d7ecbf6 |
CRC32 |
56406f94 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1990 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
8b0faf1c53a8950e74a4f779e3ed9194 |
SHA1 |
408ef1813aa2c0a89b71275325b67bbd1db1bd85 |
SHA256 |
d520fdb66683ce1ef7c1a1c624eff474e2262bf81ee345dce5dc6377066b6d03 |
CRC32 |
dcbaeabf |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
989 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
8c956e94a05fe09c78470cee3cdf6cf2 |
SHA1 |
6d72d80187a0e303f3eec62372b25857f651ef5f |
SHA256 |
59e1fe948ff7686bf081d1367323c8bc1af868440d059ee10b0cc23b5ccb8bb8 |
CRC32 |
a130f946 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1958 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
8f425a4661d1949848f973585ade724f |
SHA1 |
f21bb0925d658c3fff018a70a9e2256192e3a5d2 |
SHA256 |
a0686ab6d1608f9a596624e0828a17a7b2c02982111804d46963130ea672c9bf |
CRC32 |
f71e37c1 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1010 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
92af4843cdb8777f7d3d4898d4448e9d |
SHA1 |
ba41ab2c38448bc0a1e3da0e64c1072f96a9b724 |
SHA256 |
6c7f9a71127cd7d6c7eefeebcde6c066cf5d2693e80e913e48472b0519094064 |
CRC32 |
57d53411 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows 7
File size
1005 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
ad1d8e989148e6b249ec53b92d490ff5 |
SHA1 |
9c4e1d9c6973680d7fe02e24fee11a5463428fb4 |
SHA256 |
6e364cd6aa897e347b84f472969427bb44c820628d2cc8549470192002d7288c |
CRC32 |
d4a691f7 |
Example file location |
C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets\RSSFeeds.Gadget\en-US\ |
Filename
gadget.xml
|
|
System
Windows Vista
File size
927 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
27ea96bbf3329659fc94238781eebaf8 |
SHA1 |
d66cec2ecaca7e9e0299c41ce33f3c89e9d10e8b |
SHA256 |
9ad8bb21a604aa994445044bcfb09c49a2da6bf26c730c9d5353ed4ecac1bd1e |
CRC32 |
494614e6 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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|
System
Windows Vista
File size
934 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
400fe6a1075071e6a3221fe1780b7d93 |
SHA1 |
a935a7f2f560bcf1cfc6b03efec00affe8414a45 |
SHA256 |
6db385fe7c22177ef4d71e55b3b47f261c259e7f906647082752be0cbff56317 |
CRC32 |
5e9b6f1c |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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|
System
Windows Vista
File size
1026 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
4cb0e6b0e3abe38fc2671a0a233fac11 |
SHA1 |
79e7c7066d08de2ef12604a701aee10d49b7fc68 |
SHA256 |
fedf568582a2a9326e8e85751e3c090ab5271bd312c1ff44fe94e9ee7cbbc336 |
CRC32 |
53523684 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
1846 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
5dbe2e8e5adf0128aa0cb1ae474cff01 |
SHA1 |
11e487083674b803f10595b128b30e70c3b19d05 |
SHA256 |
7df47dd13be5bd19111e9cad99b64bcc695c38de7d3585cd58930f2a7444794c |
CRC32 |
4cb02ce1 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
944 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
6e495e3855b5551a26ea81c26fe99be5 |
SHA1 |
929456fde1a3911f00647a3eae3d4946870f5dd1 |
SHA256 |
81d2952bac1bfe47cd87aa5debd7c26743f4d2e5e8de5c091adda0b97d36f32e |
CRC32 |
d10aeef5 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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|
System
Windows Vista
File size
929 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
a970660896b00e3099800ed0d06e718d |
SHA1 |
a6a2efe0292441b6e03826f808205cc38f4ebd92 |
SHA256 |
7d9e32896eff681b4d8bbda7abaf8adedf68bde818bccf4686eac7d1d5f0c549 |
CRC32 |
b3a217e2 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
917 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
c030926b5230e8d59a68b2609bded0a2 |
SHA1 |
a11bf43313571fb80809647b7f910a5c23e8fa6e |
SHA256 |
131356f4bff08536aaaa048b85725aa46f18eab4ab59a489ea328aacf107112d |
CRC32 |
b266c118 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
1806 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
d1bd5d35ebeacf83d1e12a1878277912 |
SHA1 |
1b67eaf859185db36b2fcbbb0b544433732c3063 |
SHA256 |
748c92c81c6a8e13b2dfac2a986515275ebab6b5bd89e53e0a727efca772d5d8 |
CRC32 |
289d41a3 |
Example file location |
--- |
Filename
gadget.xml
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|
System
Windows Vista
File size
913 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
|
MD5 |
d6ce9a1942ea5d720d45292238cccc66 |
SHA1 |
4ab6af8f890ce256f087cc1a316e74649a1a4a2f |
SHA256 |
05787480b6cb1147f6ba3ad1c026bbd264f23b4c67f6cabb807838ec601b8830 |
CRC32 |
83ec36fd |
Example file location |
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Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
922 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
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MD5 |
db4b00ae1f4c3864c115038920a5a44a |
SHA1 |
45208ab9b457f8d71b0606957512c97581c9c67a |
SHA256 |
fcf36bff4365127fe7f795946afb20eb93f922ba83bde5c53380bf2794c32000 |
CRC32 |
1df9b6e1 |
Example file location |
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Filename
gadget.xml
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System
Windows Vista
File size
889 bytes
Date
-0001-11-30
File details |
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MD5 |
fc72bedaad492cfe43f12965da380878 |
SHA1 |
14b34b32e8cc93cfb07df0e14662361c937c5553 |
SHA256 |
8c5e9ed3acf1379f3783154b86c4da2d5a910f4e1543026cd1b18ac8aa6cb7e4 |
CRC32 |
46bbfc1a |
Example file location |
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