How to Use Windows Error Checking Tool to Fix Drive Issues and Prevent DLL Errors
The built-in Error Checking tool in Microsoft Windows helps identify and fix issues on your system drives. By scanning and repairing errors, this utility can prevent file corruption, resolve system instability, and avoid DLL errors that could disrupt your experience.
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Open the Error Checking Tool
Right click on the drive you want to scan and select 'Properties', and then select the 'Tools' tab.
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Run the Error Checking Tool
In the 'Error Checking' section, press 'Check' and continue to scan the drive.
Initiate a scan by selecting the 'Check' button under the 'Error Checking' section. -
Scan for errors
The scanning process may take several minutes depending on the size of the drive, so please be patient.
Wait for the scanning process to complete. This step may take several minutes. -
Follow the recommended steps
If your drive has errors, follow the recommended steps provided by Windows. After repairing any errors, restart the computer and repeat this process until no errors are remaining.
Follow the suggested actions by Windows after the scan is complete. Restart your computer to apply changes.