How to Fix Issues with Prefs.xml (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

prefs.xml uses the XML file extension, which is more specifically known as a Extensible Markup Language file. It is classified as a Data (Extensible Markup Language) file, created for Jardinains 2.03 by Magic Chopstick Games.

The first version of prefs.xml for Pidgin 2.12.0 was seen on 10/09/2017 in Windows 10. The latest version update [v2.03] for Jardinains was 2.03 released on 12/12/2007.

Please see below for more detailed information, XML file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of prefs.xml.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: prefs.xml
File Extension: XML file extension
File Type: Data
Description: Extensible Markup Language
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Jardinains 2.03
Developer: Magic Chopstick Games
Software: Jardinains
Software Version: 2.03
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 2817
Oldest File Date: 12/16/2019
Latest File Date: 02/04/2020


What are prefs.xml Error Messages?


General prefs.xml Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

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

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

You can uninstall Jardinains 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 Jardinains 2.03 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Jardinains 2.03

Magic Chopstick Games

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 prefs.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 prefs.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 prefs.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 prefs.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free prefs.xml files for every applicable version of Jardinains. 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 prefs.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Jardinains folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\Simulink\ja_JP\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\Simulink\en\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\MATLAB\zh_CN\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\MATLAB\ko_KR\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\MATLAB\ja_JP\
    Show 3 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\resources\MATLAB\en\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Roaming\.purple\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Jardinains 2!\data\
  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 prefs.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 prefs.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying prefs.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. Magic Chopstick Games typically does not release Jardinains 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 prefs.xml and all other XML files for Jardinains. 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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