Downloading and Repairing Prefstake.h

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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The development of Cinema 4D R20 by MAXON Computer prompted the latest creation of prefstake.h. It is also known as a C/C++/Objective-C Header file (file extension H), which is classified as a type of Developer (C/C++/Objective-C Header) file.

prefstake.h was first developed on 11/28/2013 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Cinema 4D R20. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by MAXON Computer.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, H file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of prefstake.h.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: prefstake.h
File Extension: H file extension
File Type: Developer
Description: C/C++/Objective-C Header
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Cinema 4D R20
Developer: MAXON Computer
Software: Cinema 4D
Software Version: R20
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1100
Oldest File Date: 12/17/2019
Latest File Date: 12/17/2019


What are prefstake.h Error Messages?


General prefstake.h Runtime Errors

prefstake.h file errors often occur during the startup phase of Cinema 4D, but can also occur while the program is running. These types H errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Cinema 4D is running. Here are some of the most common prefstake.h runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Maxon Cinema 4D R21\resource\modules\newman\description\prefstake.h

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most H errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your prefstake.h file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Cinema 4D), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, prefstake.h file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Cinema 4D, system crash while loading or saving prefstake.h, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Cinema 4D (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Cinema 4D software.

You can uninstall Cinema 4D 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 Cinema 4D R20 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Cinema 4D software.

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

Cinema 4D R20

MAXON Computer

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 prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free prefstake.h files for every applicable version of Cinema 4D. 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 prefstake.h Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Cinema 4D folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Maxon Cinema 4D R21\resource\modules\newman\description\
  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 prefstake.h 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 prefstake.h Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying prefstake.h to your appropriate Windows system directory. MAXON Computer typically does not release Cinema 4D H 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 prefstake.h and all other H files for Cinema 4D. An incorrectly installed H 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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dyninteraction.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Cinema 4D R20 1191 C:\Windows\System32\sru\
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