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

Last Updated: 12/17/2023
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XML files such as BlackGold.metadata.xml are categorized as XML (Extensible Markup Language) files. As a Extensible Markup Language file, it was created for use in Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

BlackGold.metadata.xml was initially released with Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 on 10/01/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This file version is latest update offered from Adobe Systems Incorporated, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: BlackGold.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): 2166
Oldest File Date: 10/25/2019
Latest File Date: 10/25/2019


What are BlackGold.metadata.xml Error Messages?


General BlackGold.metadata.xml Runtime Errors

BlackGold.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 BlackGold.metadata.xml runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\ProgramData\Adobe\Photoshop Elements\18.0\Photo Creations\frames\BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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, BlackGold.metadata.xml file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Photoshop Elements, system crash while loading or saving BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.metadata.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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\frames\
  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 BlackGold.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 BlackGold.metadata.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying BlackGold.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 BlackGold.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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