This Hidden Windows Feature Automatically Repairs Your PC in Minutes

Is your computer acting up with strange bugs or crashes? Before you resort to reinstalling Windows, try this simple method that can quickly resolve your issues.

If you've been experiencing annoying bugs and glitches on your Windows PC, random freezes, app crashes, or unresponsive taskbars, you may be considering a complete reset to start fresh, even if it means losing your configuration and reinstalling all your apps. But before taking this drastic step, there's a simple, built in Windows repair method that most users aren't aware of because it involves the command line, which can seem intimidating.

However, this method is accessible to everyone and can sometimes solve seemingly unsolvable problems. All it takes is typing two words into a command window, which you can even copy paste directly from this article. The goal is to use a repair tool included in Windows that checks the integrity of your system files, essential components for your PC's proper functioning, and attempts to repair them if any issues are found.

The secret lies in a tool called the System File Checker (SFC), which scans your system for any corrupt files and repairs them if necessary, helping your PC run smoothly again.

To use this tool on Windows 10 or 11, just right click on the Start menu icon and select Terminal (Admin). A plain black window with white text will appear, but don't worry, it's not as intimidating as it looks. Just type sfc /scannow (with a space between "sfc" and "/") and hit Enter. The tool will then start scanning your system files. All you have to do is sit back and wait while it works its magic. If it finds any issues, you'll see a message saying, "Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them."

The best part? There's absolutely no risk in using the SFC tool, it only fixes system files and won't create any new problems on your PC. In fact, running this scan regularly can help keep your system in optimal working condition. And if the tool does find errors it can't fix, you'll know you've done everything you can before having to resort to a full reset. So, why not give it a try? Your PC might just thank you for it!