4 Ways to Fix File System Errors on Windows 11

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Identify Common File System Error Codes

Identify these common error codes before troubleshooting the file system errors to understand what they mean.

Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Run SFC and DISM Scans

Corrupt system files often produce file system errors on Windows 11. Run the SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) scans to repair them.

Step 1:Press the Windows key, searchCommand Prompt, and clickRun as administrator.

Step 2:Typesfc /scannowin the terminal and press Enter.

Step 3:Next, execute the following DISM commands sequentially to repair the system image.

Fix 2: Scan Hard Drive With the CHKDSK Utility

Another nifty way to fix file system errors on Windows 11 is torun the Check Disk Utility. It checks your hard drive and repairs all detected bad sectors.

Step 1:OpenCommand Promptas an administrator from the Windows Search menu.

Step 2:Copy-paste the below command, press Enter, and restart your PC once the scan completes.

Fix 3: Start the Windows License Manager Service

If a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app fails to launch on Windows 11, check the Windows License Manager Service status and start it manually.

Step 1:Press the Windows key, searchServices, and clickRun as administrator.

Step 2:Locate theWindows License Manager Service, right-click it, and selectStart.

Fix 4: Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter

Lastly, you can launch the built-in Windows Store Apps troubleshooter to fix all existing file system errors on the installed Microsoft apps.

Step 1:Press the Windows + I shortcut to open the Settings app, selectSystemfrom the left sidebar, and clickTroubleshoot.

Step 2:SelectOther troubleshooters.

Step 3:ClickRunnext to Windows Store Apps to troubleshoot the issue.

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Last updated on 16 May, 2024

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