Repair Xerces.dll DLL Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

xerces.dll, also known as a Shared Library for Xerces-C Version 2.4.0 file, was created by Corel Corporation for the development of Ulead PhotoImpact. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file type category.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for xerces.dll was on 01/15/2008 inside PhotoImpact X3. This is not only most recent release from Corel Corporation, but it's the only version known in existence.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of xerces.dll.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: xerces.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Shared Library for Xerces-C Version 2.4.0
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
Comments: Dynamic linked library for Xerces-C
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Apache Software Foundation
Software Program: Ulead PhotoImpact
Developer: Corel Corporation
Software: PhotoImpact
Software Version: X3
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x11e20a
Code Size: 1253376


What are xerces.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library xerces.dll Errors

xerces.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like xerces.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like choice.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. PhotoImpact) could share the same xerces.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when xerces.dll is attempted to be loaded either when PhotoImpact is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common xerces.dll errors include:

Your xerces.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with PhotoImpact), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, xerces.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading PhotoImpact, system crash while loading xerces.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix xerces.dll Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your xerces.dll issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the xerces.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed PhotoImpact (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling PhotoImpact software.

You can uninstall PhotoImpact software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for PhotoImpact X3 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall PhotoImpact software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

PhotoImpact X3

Corel Corporation

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many xerces.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the xerces.dll error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your xerces.dll File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate xerces.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free xerces.dll files for every applicable version of PhotoImpact. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download xerces.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate PhotoImpact folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Corel\PhotoImpact X3\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve xerces.dll problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download xerces.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying xerces.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Corel Corporation typically does not release PhotoImpact DLL files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing xerces.dll and all other DLL files for PhotoImpact. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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