xwbtool.exe: which program is it?
xwbtool.exe is a program file of DirectX Tool Kit (XWBTool). It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 DirectX Tool Kit (XWBTool) | Microsoft Corporation | 2026.3.31 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is xwbtool.exe safe?
xwbtool.exe is a normal part of DirectX Tool Kit (XWBTool) when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is xwbtool.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove xwbtool.exe?
Uninstall DirectX Tool Kit (XWBTool) through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes xwbtool.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.