Anchor.xml: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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anchor.xml is considered a type of Extensible Markup Language file. It is most-commonly used in LibreOffice 6.2.5 developed by The Document Foundation. It uses the XML file extension and is considered a XML (Extensible Markup Language) file.

The first version of anchor.xml for LibreOffice 6.2.5 was seen on 07/04/2019 in Windows 10. This is the most recent release date from The Document Foundation, according to our records.

In this article, you will find detailed anchor.xml information, a XML file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: anchor.xml
File Extension: XML file extension
File Type: Data
Description: Extensible Markup Language
MIME Type: application/xml
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: LibreOffice 6.2.5
Developer: The Document Foundation
Software: LibreOffice
Software Version: 6.2.5
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 731
Oldest File Date: 12/24/2019
Latest File Date: 12/24/2019


What are anchor.xml Error Messages?


General anchor.xml Runtime Errors

anchor.xml file errors often occur during the startup phase of LibreOffice, but can also occur while the program is running. These types XML errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while LibreOffice is running. Here are some of the most common anchor.xml runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\sglobal\popupmenu\anchor.xml

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


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

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

You can uninstall LibreOffice 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 LibreOffice 6.2.5 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

LibreOffice 6.2.5

The Document Foundation

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 anchor.xml 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 anchor.xml 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 anchor.xml 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 anchor.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free anchor.xml files for every applicable version of LibreOffice. 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 anchor.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate LibreOffice folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\sglobal\popupmenu\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\sweb\popupmenu\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\swform\popupmenu\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\swreport\popupmenu\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\swriter\popupmenu\
    Show 2 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\swxform\popupmenu\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\LibreOffice\share\config\soffice.cfg\modules\scalc\popupmenu\
  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 anchor.xml 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 anchor.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying anchor.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. The Document Foundation typically does not release LibreOffice XML 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 anchor.xml and all other XML files for LibreOffice. An incorrectly installed XML 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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standardbar.xml Extensible Markup Language LibreOffice 6.2.5 4741 C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\DataStore\Logs\
fullscreenbar.xml Extensible Markup Language LibreOffice 6.2.5 318 C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\DataStore\Logs\
multiselect.xml Extensible Markup Language LibreOffice 6.2.5 3154 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
refreshdata.xml Extensible Markup Language LibreOffice 6.2.5 475 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....

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setupact.log Log LibreOffice 6.2.5 16082 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header LibreOffice 6.2.5 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language LibreOffice 6.2.5 44683 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat... Microsoft Event Trace Log LibreOffice 6.2.5 17048 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
snapshot.etl Microsoft Event Trace Log LibreOffice 6.2.5 393216 C:\Windows\System32\WDI\{86432a0b-3c7d-4ddf-a89...


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