If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.

Select Update Driver. If Windows doesn't find a new driver, you can try looking for one on the device manufacturer's website and follow their instructions. Reinstall the device driver. In the search box on the taskbar, enter device manager, then select Device Manager.

Windows 11 Windows 10. PC Health Check app brings you up to date info on your Windows device health, helping you take action to improve your device performance and troubleshoot performance problems. It is periodically updated based on customer feedback to help you make the most of your Windows PC. How to open PC Health Check.

Launch the Xbox app for PC. Click your Profile picture. Go to Settings. Go to About. Locate the Version number. If your version number is 2311.1001.7.0 or newer (higher), then you are good to go. If your version number is older (lower) than that, then you will need to update your Xbox app for PC with these steps: Launch the Microsoft Store app.

Each release of the tool helps detect and remove current, prevalent malicious software. This malicious software includes viruses, worms, and Trojan horses. Microsoft uses several metrics to determine the prevalence of a malicious software family and the damage that can be associated with it.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a powerful tool that finds and removes malware from your PC. Here's how to use it in Windows 10 or 11 to scan your PC. Important: Before you use Microsoft Defender Offline, make sure to save any open files and close apps and programs. Open your Windows Security settings.

If you cannot open your Outlook data file or suspect that the file is damaged, use the Inbox Repair tool (scanpst.exe) to repair errors in the file.

Download the tool. You can manually download the MSRT from the Microsoft Download Center. The following files are available for download: For 32-bit x86-based systems: Download the x86 MSRT package now. For 64-bit x64-based systems: Download the x64 MSRT package now. Deployment overview.

The Windows 10 Update Assistant downloads and installs feature updates on your device. Feature updates like Windows 10, version 1909 (a.k.a. the Windows 10 November 2019 Update) offer new functionality and help keep your systems secure. You’ll get these updates automatically after you download the Update Assistant.

Follow the steps below to download and open the Support and Recovery Assistant according to your browser. Tip: The tool may take a few minutes to download and install. Edge or Chrome. In the lower-lower left or upper-right corner, right-click SaraSetup.exe > Open. Edge (older) or Internet Explorer.