
Tips to improve PC performance in Windows - Microsoft Support
This article lists several solutions that may help improve your PC’s performance. We recommend trying all the listed solutions as multiple factors can contribute to slow performance. Note: …
Startup Repair - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · With Startup Repair, you can fix common problems that prevent Windows from starting up. Learn how access Startup Repair.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted …
Jan 12, 2007 · Note: You may be able to get a known good copy of the system file from another computer that is running the same version of Windows as your computer. You may wish to …
Defragment / optimize your data drives in Windows - Microsoft …
Learn how to use Manage and Optimize Drives to keep your disk and data drives defragmented and at top performance in Windows.
Use a troubleshooter with Windows 10 - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · Fix-it tools aren’t used in Windows 10. Instead, use a troubleshooter to help solve problems with your PC.
Fix issues by reinstalling the current version of Windows
If your PC is experiencing problems, especially issues related to Windows Update, you can use the Fix problems using Windows Update recovery option to reinstall the current version of …
Troubleshoot problems with detecting and removing malware
Solve problems with detecting and removing malware with Windows Security, including incomplete scans, detection errors, and persistent malware.
Repair apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
Select Programs > Programs and Features. Right-click the program you want to fix and select Repair, or if that’s not available, select Change. Then follow the directions on the screen. For …
Windows Update Troubleshooter - Microsoft Support
Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters. Next, under Get up and running, select Windows Update > Run the troubleshooter.
Outlook is running slow - Microsoft Support
For example, you could create a rule to move all messages that are older than three months to an archive folder under On My Computer. To learn more about how to create rules, see Create a …