Repair CorelProperties.propdesc Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/26/2024
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CorelProperties.propdesc, also known as a Windows Search Property Description file, was created by Corel Corporation for the development of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019. PROPDESC files fall under under the XML (Windows Search Property Description) file type category.

The first version of CorelProperties.propdesc for CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 was seen on 03/12/2019 in Windows 10. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Corel Corporation.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple PROPDESC file troubleshooting, and list of free CorelProperties.propdesc downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: CorelProperties.propdesc
File Extension: PROPDESC file extension
File Type: System
Description: Windows Search Property Description
MIME Type: application/xml
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019
Developer: Corel Corporation
Software: CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
Software Version: 2019
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 20046
Oldest File Date: 10/16/2019
Latest File Date: 10/16/2019


What are CorelProperties.propdesc Error Messages?


General CorelProperties.propdesc Runtime Errors

CorelProperties.propdesc file errors often occur during the startup phase of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PROPDESC errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is running. Here are some of the most common CorelProperties.propdesc runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Corel\Shared\Shell Extension\x64\CorelProperties.propdesc

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


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

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

You can uninstall CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 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 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall CorelDRAW Graphics Suite software.

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

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019

Corel Corporation

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 CorelProperties.propdesc 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 CorelProperties.propdesc 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 CorelProperties.propdesc 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 CorelProperties.propdesc file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free CorelProperties.propdesc files for every applicable version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. 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 CorelProperties.propdesc Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate CorelDRAW Graphics Suite folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Corel\Shared\Shell Extension\x64\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Corel\Shared\Shell Extension\x86\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Corel\CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019\Data\XmlSchema\
  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 CorelProperties.propdesc 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 CorelProperties.propdesc Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying CorelProperties.propdesc to your appropriate Windows system directory. Corel Corporation typically does not release CorelDRAW Graphics Suite PROPDESC 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 CorelProperties.propdesc and all other PROPDESC files for CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. An incorrectly installed PROPDESC 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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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
CorelProperties.propdesc Windows Search Property Description CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 20046 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\

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