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DesktopWindowXamlSource Empty Window: How to Remove It?

Repairing the corrupt system files will fix this problem

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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DesktopWindowXamlSource is aWindows application programming interface(API) that lets an app host XAML controls in a desktop window. If you see DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window, then it could be due to API being misused.

The issue is linked withMicrosoft OneDriveand got fixed in 2021. However, the forums flooded with questions regarding the error suggest otherwise.

Here in this guide, we will discuss some methods to fix the error after discussing the causes. Let’s get started!

What causes DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window to come up?

What causes DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window to come up?

There can be various reasons for the empty window to come up; some of the popular ones are:

What can I do to remove the DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window?

What can I do to remove the DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window?

Before engaging in the troubleshooting steps to eliminate this problem, please perform these preparatory checks:

1. Update the Windows

2. Repair corrupt system files

3. Update OneDrive

4. Reinstall OneDrive

So, these are the methods to remove DesktopWindowXamlSource empty window. Try them and let us know what worked for you toresolve this OneDrive errorin the comments section below.

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Vlad Turiceanu

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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, with a complete expertise in touch-based devices, he is constantly keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest!

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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.