3 Steps to Download and Fix Hilite.htc Errors

Last Updated: 12/12/2023
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HTML Component files, such as Hilite.htc, are considered a type of Internet Web (HTML Component) file. They are associated with the HTC file extension, developed by MetaCafe for MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20.

Hilite.htc was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 02/13/2006 with MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20. This file version is latest update offered from MetaCafe, according to our records.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, HTC file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of Hilite.htc.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Hilite.htc
File Extension: HTC file extension
File Type: Internet Web
Description: HTML Component
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20
Developer: MetaCafe
Software: MetaCafe For Windows
Software Version: 1.4.20
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 299
Oldest File Date: 01/23/2020
Latest File Date: 01/23/2020


What are Hilite.htc Error Messages?


General Hilite.htc Runtime Errors

Hilite.htc file errors often occur during the startup phase of MetaCafe For Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types HTC errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while MetaCafe For Windows is running. Here are some of the most common Hilite.htc runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Metacafe\MCE\Hilite.htc

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


Most HTC errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your Hilite.htc file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with MetaCafe For Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Hilite.htc file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading MetaCafe For Windows, system crash while loading or saving Hilite.htc, 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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall MetaCafe For Windows 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 MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall MetaCafe For Windows software.

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

MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20

MetaCafe

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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Hilite.htc files for every applicable version of MetaCafe For Windows. 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 Hilite.htc Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate MetaCafe For Windows folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Metacafe\MCE\
  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 Hilite.htc 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 Hilite.htc Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Hilite.htc to your appropriate Windows system directory. MetaCafe typically does not release MetaCafe For Windows HTC 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 Hilite.htc and all other HTC files for MetaCafe For Windows. An incorrectly installed HTC file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
TextInput.htc HTML Component MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 307 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
TextBoxHilite.htc HTML Component MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 528 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Spinner.htc HTML Component MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 333 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
ChildHilite.htc HTML Component MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 661 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Hilite.htc HTML Component MetaCafe For Windows 1.4.20 299 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\

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