How to Repair Corrupt Windows 10 Using CMD: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to repair corrupt Windows 10 files using Command Prompt with our easy step-by-step instructions.

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To repair corrupt Windows 10 using CMD, follow these steps: First, press `Windows key + X` and select Command Prompt (Admin) to open the Command Prompt with administrator privileges. Then, type `sfc /scannow` and press Enter. This command will scan all protected system files, and replace corrupted files with a cached copy. It might take some time to complete. If the System File Checker fails, you can also use `DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth` in CMD to repair Windows images, which can help fix Windows corruption. Restart your computer after the process is complete for the changes to take effect.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is CMD in Windows 10? CMD, or Command Prompt, is a command-line interpreter in Windows 10 that allows users to execute commands and perform advanced administrative tasks.
  2. How do I access Command Prompt as an administrator? To access Command Prompt as an administrator in Windows 10, press `Windows key + X` and select 'Command Prompt (Admin)' or 'Windows PowerShell (Admin)' from the menu.
  3. What does the `sfc /scannow` command do? The `sfc /scannow` command scans and repairs corrupted Windows system files by replacing them with cached copies stored by the system.
  4. What should I do if the System File Checker fails? If the System File Checker fails, you can use the `DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth` command in CMD to repair the Windows image and fix the corruption.