How to Fix Corrupted Files Using CMD: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to fix corrupted files with CMD using SFC and DISM in this quick tutorial.

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To fix corrupted files using CMD, follow these steps: Open Command Prompt as an administrator. Type `sfc /scannow` and press Enter. The System File Checker (SFC) will scan and attempt to repair corrupted system files. If SFC can't fix the issue, use the Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool (DISM) by typing `DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth` and press Enter. Restart your computer once the scan is complete.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the System File Checker (SFC)? The System File Checker is a built-in Windows tool that scans and repairs corrupted system files.
  2. How do I run DISM commands? To run DISM commands, open Command Prompt as an administrator and enter the desired DISM command.
  3. Can SFC fix all corrupted files? No, SFC can only fix specific system files. If it fails, you may need to use DISM for deeper repairs.
  4. How do I access Command Prompt? You can access Command Prompt by searching for 'cmd' in the Windows search bar, then right-clicking it and selecting 'Run as administrator.'

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