Troubleshoot DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 12/13/2023
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DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml, also known as a Extensible Markup Language file, was created by Apple for the development of Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9. XML files fall under under the XML (Extensible Markup Language) file type category.

The initial introduction of DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml released in CCleaner 5.61.7392 was for Windows 10 on 08/20/2019. The latest version update [v7.7.9] for Apple QuickTime Player was 7.7.9 released on 01/07/2016.

This article discusses complete file details, XML file troubleshooting instructions for problems with DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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: Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9
Developer: Apple
Software: Apple QuickTime Player
Software Version: 7.7.9
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 13005
Oldest File Date: 10/06/2019
Latest File Date: 10/06/2019


What are DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml Error Messages?


General DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Apple QuickTime Player), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Apple QuickTime Player, system crash while loading or saving DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Apple QuickTime Player 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 Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Apple QuickTime Player software.

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

Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9

Apple

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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml files for every applicable version of Apple QuickTime Player. 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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Apple QuickTime Player folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Show 11 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\80b2677d6e15a2a206625bb25a7124fe\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download\43a2009f21b65098e4846a2ef43406e7\Metadata\
  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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. Apple typically does not release Apple QuickTime Player 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 DesktopTargetCompDB_Core_et-ee.xml and all other XML files for Apple QuickTime Player. An incorrectly installed XML file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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appxmanifest.xml Extensible Markup Language Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 1162 C:\Windows\System32\
BuildInfo.xml Extensible Markup Language Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 384 C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v2.0.50727_64\...
DesktopTargetCompDB_Co... Extensible Markup Language Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 15375 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
DesktopTargetCompDB_pa... Extensible Markup Language Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 1442 C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows...
BuildInfo.xml Extensible Markup Language Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 390 C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v2.0.50727_64\...

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