To repair the corrupted files manually, view details of the System File Checker process to find the corrupted file, and then manually replace the corrupted file with a known good copy of the file. Windows 8.1 or Windows 8. Windows 10, Windows 7, or Windows Vista. More Information.

The Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) helps remove malicious software from computers that are running any of the following operating systems: Windows 10. Windows Server 2019. Windows Server 2016. Windows 8.1. Windows Server 2012 R2. Windows Server 2008 R2. Windows 7. Windows Server 2008.

Windows 7. Windows 8.1. Windows 10 (Then select Download now.) Windows 11 (Then select Download now .) Important: Back up your files before you install or reinstall Windows on your PC. Learn how. To create the installation media, here's what you'll need: A PC with a reliable internet connection.

To create a recovery drive in Windows 11: In the search box on the taskbar, search for Create a recovery drive and then select it. You might be asked to enter an admin password or confirm your choice. When the tool opens, make sure Back up system files to the recovery drive is selected and then select Next.

Windows 11 Windows 10. Note: The best and safest way to get driver updates in Windows is always through Windows Update. If you are having problems with Windows Update, you might see if any of the links at Update Windows can help you out first. Before you begin.

In the search box on the taskbar, type disk cleanup, and select Disk Cleanup from the list of results. Select the drive you want to clean up, and then select OK. Under Files to delete, select the file types to get rid of. To get a description of the file type, select it. Select OK.

Windows 10. Windows 8.1 or 8. Windows 7 or earlier. DirectX versions and updates by Operating System. Windows 10 and Server 2016 Technical Preview. Windows 8, RT, 8.1, Server 2012, and Server 2012 R2. Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.

Windows 11 Windows 10. If your system is asking you for your BitLocker recovery key, the following information may help you locate your recovery key and understand why you're being asked to provide it. Important: Microsoft support is unable to provide, or recreate, a lost BitLocker recovery key. Where can I find my BitLocker recovery key?

Select Start > Settings > System > Storage > Cleanup recommendations . Open Storage settings. Select the temporary files, unused files, files synced to the cloud, or unused apps you want to remove, then select the Clean up button for each section. Move files to another drive. Connect your removable media to your device.

Windows 11 Windows 10. Use Remote Desktop on your Windows, Android, or iOS device to connect to a Windows 10 PC from afar. Here's how to set up your PC to allow remote connections and then connect to the PC you set up.