Platform.winmd - How to Fix? Download Now

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

Platform.winmd file Microsoft Windows Metadata. 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 Platform.winmd related errors on your device. You can also download Platform.winmd file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8, Windows 8

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Fix Platform.winmd errors

1 Information about Platform.winmd file
2 Errors related to Platform.winmd file
3 How to fix Platform.winmd 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 Platform.winmd

4.1 List of Platform.winmd file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Platform.winmd
File extension	WINMD
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Microsoft Windows Metadata

Software
Program	Windows 8.1
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	8.1

Details
File size	925176
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2014-11-21

Most common Platform.winmd file related problems

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

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

Platform.winmd

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

Problems related to Platform.winmd 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 Platform.winmd 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 Platform.winmd errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace Platform.winmd 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 Platform.winmd file.

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

Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

If the steps did not solve your Platform.winmd 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 Platform.winmd

System Windows 8.1

File size 925176 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	49e38114f9108abaf76cc31f1ddf76e8
	SHA1	05d974467a7867dec2edc523f2fd866e817e4fbd
	SHA256	d1b513294ff8c20af00ba2595c007389c949541c296cfbe16989448241a25d83
	CRC32	38523768
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

Filename Platform.winmd

System Windows 8.1

File size 925176 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dd93995552dc22272786e198df97194a
	SHA1	2e6e40fad9cbef04db706f6e54fcbf4098d32cf5
	SHA256	76b62d4bd540b9382e979a24edac9900e57ed34c4c5c98eca4a30ffb6b74b82f
	CRC32	b5c2b332
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

Filename Platform.winmd

System Windows 8.1

File size 925176 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	f1579ef8871674976c85f22feeb7bf61
	SHA1	dacf4326c670edd185679c4acc4e3d17ca78b817
	SHA256	38eee70ddcf6454f4d963b722de44a254b85e297c6f3612d4625d3c360865287
	CRC32	a4fa7457
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

Filename Platform.winmd

System Windows 8

File size 470896 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	001c71014334b83627443e4872e11296
	SHA1	289c9f3e00fffddf3c7c68270d128ca90b3bc152
	SHA256	063d2356ad9f0e60e3b6969a1bea7b09736a44e16e90562b12ab08e04c0631a9
	CRC32	189aabc4
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

Filename Platform.winmd

System Windows 8

File size 470896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	5d1f2e34a56ebbd2957e9d8629c59318
	SHA1	a7cf3dc4724177ee80e092bb1871400ab61e0d25
	SHA256	2580b00b15a318a1f06abe8da428ccbfdddfbc7c1cbac85c2ae8449a33947cee
	CRC32	4433ca42
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

Filename Platform.winmd

System Windows 8

File size 470896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	b10289adcbd764768cece0629113281e
	SHA1	239e3d87bdaf2887b1d6f89690e5a77a00a4b988
	SHA256	8422758242a2f2f7e694c1785645ac604ae05b49aa53b0c59d38d60b14946834
	CRC32	0a3c4cf8
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeather_3.0.4.214_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\