3 Steps to Download and Fix GROOVE.HXS Errors

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
[Reading Time Required: 3.5 minutes]

GROOVE.HXS is considered a type of Help 2 Compiled Help file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 developed by Microsoft. It uses the HXS file extension and is considered a Internet Web (Help 2 Compiled Help) file.

GROOVE.HXS was first developed on 01/30/2007 for the Windows Vista Operating System in Office 2007. On 12/19/2012, version 2013 was released for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013. GROOVE.HXS is bundled with the software package in Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple HXS file troubleshooting, and list of free GROOVE.HXS downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)


Recommended Download: Fix GROOVE.HXS / Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013-related registry issues with WinThruster.

Compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP and 2000

Average User Rating

 

Optional Offer for WinThruster by Solvusoft
| EULA | Privacy Policy | Terms | Uninstall


File Overview


General Information
File Name: GROOVE.HXS
File Extension: HXS file extension
File Type: Internet Web
Description: Help 2 Compiled Help
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013
Software Version: 2013
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 128864
Oldest File Date: 05/10/2017
Latest File Date: 02/12/2020


What are GROOVE.HXS Error Messages?


General GROOVE.HXS Runtime Errors

GROOVE.HXS file errors often occur during the startup phase of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013, but can also occur while the program is running. These types HXS errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 is running. Here are some of the most common GROOVE.HXS runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\GROOVE.HXS

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


Most HXS errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your GROOVE.HXS file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, GROOVE.HXS file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013, system crash while loading or saving GROOVE.HXS, 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 software.

You can uninstall Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 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 Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 software.

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

Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013

Microsoft 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free GROOVE.HXS files for every applicable version of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013. 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 GROOVE.HXS Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 folder location:
    Windows Vista: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\1033\
    Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\
    Windows 8: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office14\1033\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\
    Show 1 more directory +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\1033\
  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 GROOVE.HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying GROOVE.HXS to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 HXS 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 GROOVE.HXS and all other HXS files for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013. An incorrectly installed HXS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows Vista


Files Related to GROOVE.HXS


HXS Files Related to GROOVE.HXS

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
DatabaseCompare.HxS Help 2 Compiled Help Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 188176 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
OUTLOOK.HXS Help 2 Compiled Help Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 676708 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
GROOVE.HXS Help 2 Compiled Help Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 128864 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
LYNC_BASIC.HXS Help 2 Compiled Help Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 139192 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
WINWORD.HXS Help 2 Compiled Help Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 2013 623402 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...

Other Files Related to GROOVE.HXS

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
OneX_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 8.1 5957 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WWAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 7 6201 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WWAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 10 6201 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WLAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 10 18585 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
LAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 8.1 2241 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\


RocketPC

Optional Offer for WinThruster by Solvusoft | EULA | Privacy Policy | Terms | Uninstall


Browse Other File Extensions in Alphabetical Order :   # A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

You are downloading trial software. The purchase of a one-year software subscription at the price of $29.97 USD is required to unlock all software features. Subscription auto-renews at the end of the term (Learn more). By clicking the "Start Download" button above and installing "Software", I acknowledge I have read and agree to the Solvusoft End User License Agreement and Privacy Policy.