How to Repair Sponge.metadata.xml (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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Extensible Markup Language files such as Sponge.metadata.xml utilize the XML file extension. This file is considered a XML (Extensible Markup Language) file, and was first created by Adobe Systems Incorporated for the Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 software package.

The initial introduction of Sponge.metadata.xml released in Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 was for Windows 10 on 10/01/2019. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Please continue reading to find your correct Sponge.metadata.xml file version download (free), detailed file information, and XML file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Sponge.metadata.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: Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020
Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software: Adobe Photoshop Elements
Software Version: 2020
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 341
Oldest File Date: 10/25/2019
Latest File Date: 10/25/2019


What are Sponge.metadata.xml Error Messages?


General Sponge.metadata.xml Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\ProgramData\Adobe\Photoshop Elements\18.0\Photo Creations\filters\Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.xml file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adobe Photoshop Elements), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Sponge.metadata.xml file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Photoshop Elements, system crash while loading or saving Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.xml error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Adobe Photoshop Elements 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 Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adobe Photoshop Elements software.

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

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Sponge.metadata.xml files for every applicable version of Adobe Photoshop Elements. 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 Sponge.metadata.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Photoshop Elements folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Adobe\Photoshop Elements\18.0\Photo Creations\filters\
  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 Sponge.metadata.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 Sponge.metadata.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Sponge.metadata.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Photoshop Elements 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 Sponge.metadata.xml and all other XML files for Adobe Photoshop Elements. 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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