Troubleshoot EffectCategories.xml Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 01/16/2024
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Extensible Markup Language files, such as EffectCategories.xml, are considered a type of XML (Extensible Markup Language) file. They are associated with the XML file extension, developed by Nero AG for Nero Platinum 2019 21.0.01200.

The initial introduction of EffectCategories.xml released in Nero Platinum 2019 21.0.01200 was for Windows 10 on 09/12/2019. This file marks the latest update from Nero AG, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: EffectCategories.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: Nero Platinum 2019 21.0.01200
Developer: Nero AG
Software: Nero Platinum 2019
Software Version: 21.0.01200
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 2536
Oldest File Date: 10/05/2019
Latest File Date: 10/05/2019


What are EffectCategories.xml Error Messages?


General EffectCategories.xml Runtime Errors

EffectCategories.xml file errors often occur during the startup phase of Nero Platinum 2019, but can also occur while the program is running. These types XML errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Nero Platinum 2019 is running. Here are some of the most common EffectCategories.xml runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Nero\Nero Platinum\Nero Vision\Effect\EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.xml file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Nero Platinum 2019), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, EffectCategories.xml file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Nero Platinum 2019, system crash while loading or saving EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.xml error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Nero Platinum 2019 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Nero Platinum 2019 software.

You can uninstall Nero Platinum 2019 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 Nero Platinum 2019 21.0.01200 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Nero Platinum 2019 software.

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

Nero Platinum 2019 21.0.01200

Nero AG

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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free EffectCategories.xml files for every applicable version of Nero Platinum 2019. 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 EffectCategories.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Nero Platinum 2019 folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Nero\Nero Platinum\Nero Vision\Effect\
  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 EffectCategories.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 EffectCategories.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying EffectCategories.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. Nero AG typically does not release Nero Platinum 2019 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 EffectCategories.xml and all other XML files for Nero Platinum 2019. 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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