Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files. When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, some Windows features may stop working correctly or Windows may stop responding altogether.

You’re unable to empty the Recycle Bin or delete a file or a folder inside the Recycle Bin. When you try to rename or move a file, you receive the following error message: "The file or folder does not exist."

Use this app to try to recover lost files that have been deleted from your local storage device (including internal drives, external drives, and USB devices) and can’t be restored from the Recycle Bin.

Follow these steps to reinstall Windows using the recovery media: Start your device from the USB drive that was created with Recovery Drive. The process to boot from a USB drive may vary by manufacturer, so refer to your device's manual if needed.

PC-to-PC transfer helps you move your files, settings, and preferences from one Windows device to another - no external drives or USBs needed. It's built to get you up and running fast while keeping your familiar experience intact, whether you're switching devices or upgrading.

To verify if you have WinRE enabled, run the following command in an elevated command prompt: reagentc /info. If WinRE is enabled, you will see Windows RE status in the output with a value of Enabled. In this scenario, this update might be needed.

Download the drivers for the desired device from the device manufacturer's site. Make sure to download the correct drivers that match the version and architecture of Windows. Once downloaded, if necessary, uncompress the downloaded drivers. Make a note of where the drivers are located on the Windows device.

To check the device's Windows 11 hardware compatibility, use the PC Health Check app available at the following link: To see if this PC can run Windows 11, check the hardware requirements or visit your PC manufacturer' website.

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With System Restore you can revert your PC's state to a previous point in time. This can be particularly useful when troubleshooting issues caused by recent changes, such as software installations, driver updates, or system settings modifications.