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

styles.xbf file XAML Binary. 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 styles.xbf related errors on your device. You can also download styles.xbf file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename styles.xbf
File extension XBF
Type Developer
Description XAML Binary
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 1128
Oldest file 2014-11-21
Latest file 2017-03-18
styles.xbf

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

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

styles.xbf

Error

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

OK

Problems related to styles.xbf 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 styles.xbf 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace styles.xbf 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 styles.xbf file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
  • Windows 10: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
  • Windows 10: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
  • Windows 8.1: ---

If the steps did not solve your styles.xbf 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 styles.xbf
System Windows 10
File size 1128 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 139f72c02521e2a710e6b0fbf79a495d
SHA1 fd692182c9b52a922e9c006ed5db9e179d9c0e83
SHA256 8937276ccdb0d77cd88ef0d19db276e687ea2395c6dbaf2ff458e6bc4815cb41
CRC32 18c78361
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Filename styles.xbf
System Windows 10
File size 1653 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 3ad219df95219c68661209fbc9b4206f
SHA1 644a116cbfa187825796b7397f990e240e7f0f9e
SHA256 92d773931bdf58bdc1b8e14b580602f4b6f3a67a16ed0267799ee9c793a3e8e6
CRC32 a4a978db
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Filename styles.xbf
System Windows 10
File size 3153 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 8bf54dae8c10b499ffd45b171281f5ce
SHA1 80935906e0d9ac80eb5ec82bf988d897eab28936
SHA256 f070e13a9ef79b7cd21d1f918edc462c40d22aac44bc689a6c0e229689e0aadc
CRC32 91935a16
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.XboxApp_25.25.13009.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Filename styles.xbf
System Windows 8.1
File size 13304 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 5f26c2f414dfa3274706878885f188db
SHA1 7a5bbc20a1712a715392a62e5398dee3f09ccae7
SHA256 6c89b26d2a746ef3453d2776436690355233fdd482a2257fbbf8b2a4aa483c7c
CRC32 7e404e4e
Example file location ---