I'll keep working with you until it's resolved. ĥ) There is also an automated Refresh which reinstalls Windows while leaving out the factory bloatware that throttles Windows and causes endless issues, lets you save your files.įeel free to ask back any questions and let me know how it goes. The Repair Upgrade in Step 3 will also update you to the latest Fall Creators Version 1709 (which you need anyway) f you don't yet have it, and by the most stable method.Ĥ) Or you can create the bootable media to do the gold standard Clean Install in this link, which compiles the best possible install of Windows 10 that will stay that way as long as you stick with the tools and methods given. If this doesn't help, do it over and choose to Save Nothing, which comes close to a Clean Install but doesn't clear the hard drive to get it cleanest. Install the Media Creation Tool from this link, choose Upgrade Now, follow the prompts. ģ) If nothing else works then you can reinstall Windows while keeping your files, programs and most settings by running a Repair Upgrade. ģ) If no Safe Mode, from the Advanced Startup Options use the Command Prompt at boot to run the Repair Commands in the Checklist. Ģ) If any steps cannot be performed then try whichever method works to enter Safe Mode with Networking which may work better to perform the steps. I do not quit for those who are polite and cooperative.ġ) Please work through this Checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs are done.

_ Windows MVP 2010-20 Millions helped via my tutorials and personally in forums for 12 years. Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. I will keep working with you until it's resolved. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. If that fixes it then the issue is with Adobe Reader. pdf reader at Settings > Apps > Default Apps. If this doesn't help then try changing temporarily from Adobe Reader to Edge as the default. Right click Start button to open Task Manager, show More Details, then choose Processes tab, scroll down to Windows Processes, then further down to Windows Explorer. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

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