Since Microsoft knows its new operating system is not entirely bug-free, it has introduced several new Troubleshooters on Windows 11. Windows 11 offers more options for troubleshooting problems than Windows 10. For example, there’s a troubleshooter for Windows updates, incoming connections, Program compatibility, etc.
Additionally, Windows 11 introduced a new troubleshooting feature that suggests fixes for problems that are not critical for the functioning of Windows 11. You need to configure this feature, and Microsoft will recommend and run troubleshooters automatically to fix issues on your computer.
So, if you are dealing with any specific problem on Windows 11 and looking for ways to fix it, here’s what you can do.
Manage Troubleshoot Settings
If you want Microsoft to recommend and run troubleshooters automatically to fix issues on your Windows 11 PC, you must configure the Troubleshooter preference. Here’s how you can do it.
1. Click on Windows 11 Search and select Settings.
2. On the Settings app, click on the System tab as shown below.
3. On the right, click on the Troubleshoot option as shown below.
4. click on the drop-down menu behind Recommended troubleshooter preference setting.
5. From the drop-down, select the option that best suits your needs.
Run Troubleshoot on Windows 11 (Manual)
If you wish to fix specific problems on Windows 11, you need to manually pick and run a troubleshooter related to the problem. Here’s how to run various troubleshooters on Windows 11.
1. Click the Windows 11 Start button and select Settings.
2. On the Settings app, switch to the System tab, as shown in the screenshot below.
3. On the right pane, scroll down and tap the Troubleshoot option, as shown below.
4. On the next screen, click on Other troubleshooters.
5. To fix your problem, you may need to click on the Run button behind the matching troubleshooter type.
Now, you need to follow the on-screen instructions to fix the problem.
Run Windows Troubleshooter from the Command Line
You can also use Windows 11’s command-line utility to run the Hardware and device troubleshooter. This tool is not accessible from the Settings app; hence, you must rely on the CMD to run it. Here’s how to find and fix problems with devices and hardware in Windows 11.
1. Click on Windows Search and type CMD. Right-click on the CMD and select Run as administrator.
2. When the Command Prompt opens, type the command and press Enter.
msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic
3. This will immediately launch your PC’s Hardware and Device Troubleshooter. Click on the Next button.
Now, you only need to follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process. This will possibly fix issues with your devices and hardware.
List of all Available Troubleshooters on Windows 11
We have shared a list of all Microsoft troubleshooters for the Windows 11 operating system. Check it out.
- Internet Connection
- Playing Audio
- Printer
- Windows Update
- Bluetooth
- Camera
- Connection to a Workplace Using DirectAccess
- Incoming Connections
- Keyboard
- Network Adapter
- Power
- Program Compatibility Troubleshooter
- Recording Audio
- Search and Indexing
- Shared Folders
- Video Playback
- Windows Store Apps
This is the list of all available troubleshooters on Windows 11. You need to run the one that relates to your problem.
It’s pretty easy to run Troubleshooter in the Windows 11 operating system. I hope this article helps you. Please share it with your friends. If you have any doubts, let us know in the comment box below.
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