How to Troubleshoot Windows 10?
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Get to safe mode and other startup settings in Windows 10

  • Select the Start button, then choose Settings .
  • Select Update & security > Recovery.
  • Under Advanced startup select Restart now.
  • After your PC restarts to the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

Get to safe mode and other startup settings in Windows 10

  • Select the Start button, then choose Settings .
  • Select Update & security > Recovery.
  • Under Advanced startup select Restart now.
  • After your PC restarts to the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

Use the following steps to disable microphone enhancements.

  • Right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar.
  • Select Recording devices.
  • Double-click the Microphone you are troubleshooting to open the properties page for that device.
  • Open the Enhancements tab and select Disable All Sound Effect.

To install updates from the manufacturer

  • Open the Device Manager on your PC.
  • Expand Imaging devices.
  • Right-click the camera that’s having problems, and select Update Driver Software.
  • Select Search automatically for updated driver software, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

To run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter in Windows 7:

  • Open the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter by clicking the Start button, and then clicking Control Panel.
  • In the search box, enter troubleshooter, then select Troubleshooting.
  • Under Hardware and Sound, select Configure a device.

How do I run diagnostics on Windows 10?

How to diagnose memory problems on Windows 10

  1. Open Control Panel.
  2. Click on System and Security.
  3. Click on Administrative Tools.
  4. Double-click the Windows Memory Diagnostic shortcut.
  5. Click the Restart now and check problems option.

How do I diagnose Windows 10 problems?

Use a fix-it tool with Windows 10

  • Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot, or select the Find troubleshooters shortcut at the end of this topic.
  • Select the type of troubleshooting you want to do, then select Run the troubleshooter.
  • Allow the troubleshooter to run and then answer any questions on the screen.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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