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Fixing Windows 10 without reformat/reinstall?
I have a new computer that I bought mid-November. Things worked smoothly for the first month or so. Then I started getting anomalies like the default browser setting reverts to Edge daily (sometimes multiple times daily.)MaddoxHayesJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor12Views0likes1CommentHow do I stop "?source=printscreen" from appearing in Recent Items folder?
Every time I use the snipping tool or print screen to capture my screen I get shortcuts like, "?source=printscreen", "spareprocess-viewer" or "?source=hotkey" that appear on the Recent Items folder. How can I stop this from happening?PrestonYorkJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor13Views0likes1CommentA MEDICAT USB stick on Windows 10 computer
I have been trying to make a bootable USB drive with a lot of diagnostic tools on it - MEDICAT - and when I try to install the software onto the drive I get a lot of messages ie not enough memory etc etc. I tried again to make the disk usable with DISKPART and in list disk there is small asterix against the disk number and am not sure of what that means. So can anyone explain just what that small asterix mean? I have already done everything to make this disk usable but with no luck it just doesn't show up in Windows explorer or is listed on the This PC so I am stuck now and don't know of what to do nest.DeclanGrayJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor8Views0likes1CommentBest way to speed up my windows 10 pc as running very slow
Hi everyone, my Windows 10 PC has become painfully slow lately. Boot takes forever, apps lag, and even basic stuff like opening File Explorer feels delayed. Not very tech-savvy, so I'm not sure if this is caused by Windows updates, too many background apps, or just old hardware. I've already tried restarting, uninstalling a few programs, and freeing up some disk space, but it didn't help much. I'm hesitant to randomly install PC cleaner tools because I heard mixed things about them. I’m mostly looking for safe and simple ways to speed things up without breaking anything. What actually works right now to speed up Windows 10 PC? Any beginner-friendly advice would be really appreciated 🙏BrianYoungJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor26Views0likes9CommentsHow to Wake from sleep function on Windows 10
I am experiencing issues with the wake from sleep function on my Windows 10 computer. Despite putting my system into sleep mode, it does not wake up properly or takes an unusually long time to resume, and sometimes it remains unresponsive, requiring a forced restart. I have checked the power settings and updated my drivers, but the problem persists, affecting my workflow and productivity. I am looking for solutions or troubleshooting steps to ensure my PC wakes up smoothly from sleep mode without delays or crashes. Any guidance on how to fix this issue or settings to adjust would be greatly appreciated, as I want my computer to wake up reliably and restore my previous session without hassle.HouellebecqJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor11Views0likes0Commentssolucion imposible
spanish version....... teniendo problemas con la aplicacion de microsoft store al iniciar la aplicacion de un momento a otro salto con un mensaje en pantalla "lo sentimos mucho se produjo un error y microsoft store no se pudo inicializar. prueba a actualizar o vuelve mas tarde" he intentado realizar distintos metodos para solucionar el problema como realizar reinstalacion con la opcion de actualizar este pc del programa media creator tool para instalar windows 10 y aun el problema persiste, he realizado un intento por la powershell con el siguiente comando Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} descrito en varias respuesta para casos similares dispuestos en el foro de la comunidad de microsoft respuesta proporcionada por el usuario KapilArya en el hub "https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/discussions/windowsinsiderprogram/microsoft-store-wont-launch/1513414" tambien junto a un agente de soporte se intento realizar una solucion con la creacion de un usuario nuevo para solventar y no funciono tambien se realizo el diagnostico para la instalacion de windows 11 pero mi equipo no cuenta con las caracteristicas minimas para que este sea instalado y aun asi sigo sin poder solucionar el problema y no me gustaria realizar la reinstalacion de windows 10 por medio externos (USB) por que asi perderia demasiada informacion sobre las aplicaciones y datos que tengo de varios años de recoleccion y me gustaria saber si puedo hacer algo mas para poder solucionar este problema sin perder datos me dustaria obtener ayuda lo mas pronto posible gracias por brindarme su atencion y ayuda para resolver este caso adjunto evidencias sobre problema y metodos realizados. english version...... Having problems with the Microsoft Store app. When I launch it, it suddenly pops up with a message on the screen: "We're very sorry, an error occurred and the Microsoft Store could not be initialized. Please try updating or come back later." I've tried various methods to solve the problem, such as reinstalling with the "Update this PC" option in the Media Creator Tool to install Windows 10, and the problem still persists. I tried using PowerShell with the following command: Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} Described in several answers for similar cases posted on the Microsoft community forum. Answer provided by user KapilArya on the hub "https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/discussions/windowsinsiderprogram/microsoft-store-wont-launch/1513414" Also, together with a support agent, a solution was attempted by creating a new user to solve the problem, but it didn't work. A diagnosis was also performed for the installation of Windows 11, but my computer doesn't have the minimum specifications for it to be installed. And even so, I still can't solve the problem and I wouldn't like to reinstall Windows 10 using external media (USB) because I would lose too much information about the applications and data that I have from several years of experience. I'm collecting and would like to know if I can do anything else to resolve this issue without losing data. I would like to get help as soon as possible. Thank you for your attention and help in resolving this issue. I attach evidence of the problem and the methods used.DarrietaJan 05, 2026Copper Contributor54Views0likes1CommentHow does Windows 10 automatically restore folder names after dragging and dropping?
In Windows 10, when renaming one of two frequently used folders and then dragging it into another folder, or dragging it back to the desktop from the folder, the renamed folder's name occasionally reverts to its original name.ManzanitaerHeroJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor17Views0likes1CommentCan anyone suggest a good pc cleaning software for windows 10?
Hi everyone, My Windows 10 PC has been feeling a bit sluggish lately. I want to clear out junk files, cache, and unnecessary background processes to see if I can improve performance. As far as I know, some older Windows 10 PC cleaner tools now have bloatware. My main goals are: Safely removing temporary/junk files. Managing startup items. A tool that is lightweight and doesn't run too many background processes itself. Are people still using third-party PC cleaning software for Windows 10? Is the official Microsoft PC Manager the good way to go now? I love to hear what you all are currently using to keep your systems clean. Thanks!PeterGreenJan 05, 2026Iron Contributor32Views0likes9Comments2025-12 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 22H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5071546)
I get Extended security updates This update will not install i just get the following message There were some problems installing updates, but we'll try again later. If you keep seeing this and want to search the web or contact support for information, this may help: (0x800f0831) KB 5071546 came alone but with cumalative updates i usually get net /net framework and security updates but not in this case could this be the problem i ran sfs scannow no integrity violations found ran dism restore health get message that says source missing cannot repair ran trouble shooter got message trouble shooter could not identify problem was going to try system restore but the kb deleted earlier restore points I am concerned that if this update is not installed my system uill not be secure any one else had this problem can you give me instructions how i can install this update i am not computer savvy so i need an idiots guideSolvedx15Jan 05, 2026Copper Contributor1.5KViews0likes4Comments
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