How to resolve various windows issues?

Issue:

Resolve various Windows issues in windows operating system, In this blog you will learn how to resolve various windows issues.

Along with the exciting and new Windows features, there are a slew of issues that have been plaguing users. Because most users are unfamiliar with Windows troubleshooting resources, resolving these errors on your own might be difficult. These procedures will assist you in resolving some prevalent problems.

Environment: 

Windows issues

Solution:

1. Windows Can’t Install Windows Updates

The issue arises because Windows Update files get corrupted due to the problem. As a result, the issue can be resolved by removing the corrupted files, which can be done by following these steps:

1. Press Win+R keys and open Run.
2. Type “C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download” and hit enter.
3. Delete all the files/folders in the directory that opens. Launch Windows in ‘safe mode’ and delete if you are unable to delete some files.
4. Restart your PC and try updating again.

  2. Windows Store is unable to Install or Update Apps

The issue comes as a result of your system’s overabundance of cache files. Cleaning those cached files could remedy the problem, which can be done by following these steps:

1. Press Win+R keys and open the Run dialog.
2. Type “WSReset.exe” and press enter.
3. A blank, black window will open, which will close after a short period of time.
4. After that, the Windows Store should open, and if it doesn’t, go ahead and open it and try installing or updating programs.

  3. Can’t Find ‘Open with’ in Windows.

This is a rare occurrence, but it is almost certainly caused by missing or corrupted system files or configuration settings following the upgrade to Windows 10. Following these actions will resolve the problem:

1. Open Notepad and type:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\*\shellex\ContextMenuHandlers\Openwith]@=”{09799AFB-AD67-11d1-ABCD-00C04FC30936}”

2. Save the file. Go to File > Save as (not Save), and put “Openwith.reg” as filename and choose ‘All files’ > click OK.
3. Close Notepad and double-click the file to open.
4. Click on Yes and try using ‘Open with’ now.

  4. Can’t Open Start Menu in Windows 10

Even when clicking the Windows key on the keyboard or the Start button on the Windows taskbar, the Start menu or screen does not appear. This is most likely due to incorrect system file installation. Please follow the actions outlined below to resolve this issue:

1. Go to the Run dialog by pressing Win+R
2. Type “sfc /scannow” and hit Enter.
3. A blank command prompt will open and close immediately.
4. Restart the PC and check if the issue is resolved.

In case it did not work, then follow the following process:

1. Look for “cmd”, and right-click to select ‘Run as administrator’
2. Type “Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth” and press Enter
3. Restart the PC and check if the issue is resolved.

  5. Windows Search Can’t Find any Applications

This problem usually comes up because of a buggy Windows 10 update, but the latest update will remove it. If you still face this issue, you can follow the steps outlined below to solve the issue:

1. Go to ‘Task Manager’
2. Kill the process ‘Explorer.exe’
3. Press Win+R and open the Run window.
4. Type “regedit” and hit Enter.
5. The registry editor opens, now delete the following registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderTypes\{ef87b4cb-f2ce-4785-8658-4ca6c63e38c6}\TopViews\{00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000}

6. In the Task Manager, go to File > Run new task
7. Type in “explorer.exe” and press OK

On Windows 10, you should also consider turning off Cortana. It’s not very useful, uses a lot of battery, and causes a lot of issues.

Conclusion:

The above steps can help resolve various windows related issues, depending upon the engineer or a user could take an effort to read and follow the above steps. 

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