Antti K. Koskela • 4/22/2025

dotnet tool install fails with "Settings file 'DotnetToolSettings.xml' was not found in the package." - what do?

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This article provides solutions for the common .NET CLI error "Settings file 'DotnetToolSettings.xml' was not found in the package." It explains the error's likely causes, such as an outdated .NET SDK or NuGet feed issues, and offers step-by-step fixes including updating the SDK, managing NuGet sources, and installing a specific tool version.

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