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.

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. Recovery on cloud storage and network file shares is not supported.

System File Checker is a utility in Windows that checks for problems with files on your computer. To run it, follow these steps: Make sure you've installed the latest updates for Windows, and then restart your machine. To find out more, read Update Windows.

To resolve this, see Troubleshoot problems with the Windows Media Player app. 0xC00D1163. This error may occur when there are issues with digital rights management (DRM) for protected content. If you're unsure about the error code, refer to the error types below and the instructions to resolve it.

There are several ways to use your mouse to Snap in Windows: button in the app you'd like to Snap. The Snap layout box will display automatically. Select the Snap layout you'd like to use from the layout box. Use Snap Assist to fill the layout with other apps you'd like to Snap together.

Follow the instructions. You can also use Quick Assist to give and receive remote assistance. Remote Assistance and Easy Connect let someone you trust take over your Windows 10 PC and fix a problem from wherever they are.

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The Recent activity page shows you when and where you've used your Microsoft account within the last 30 days. You can expand any listed activity to see location details and find out how the account was accessed—using a web browser, phone, or another method.

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