--- title: "How do I fix Critical Errors on Windows 10?" description: "How do I fix Critical Errors on Windows 10?" author: "Lily Chitlangiya" published: 2022-01-15 canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/95031/how-do-i-fix-critical-errors-on-windows-10 category: "troubleshooting" tags: ["windows 10", "windows troubleshooting", "troubleshooting", "critical error"] reading_time: 4 minutes --- # How do I fix Critical Errors on Windows 10? How do I [fix](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/81628/how-to-fix-your-broken-heart-try-out-these-ways-for-sure) [Critical](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/11954/using-an-email-verifier-a-critical-success-factor-in-email-marketing) [Errors](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/82824/5-doubts-you-should-clarify-about-facebook-errors) on Windows 10? \ ## Answers ### Answer by Hitesh Vohra If you encounter the Windows 10 Start button not working problem as a result of a serious error warning, do not hesitate to **restart your computer** or switch it off and on again. That's the safest and quickest approach to figure out how bad your situation is. However, many people are not so fortunate as to be able to readily resolve the crucial mistake that affects the Start menu and Cortana. After that, we'll go on to **some general troubleshooting.** \ **Download and install the most recent Windows 10 update.** \ Because you can't reach the Settings option in the Start because of the significant issue, let's go around the Start and find the spot where the update is available. \ **Step 1.** On your keyboard, **press the Windows + R** keys together to open the Run box. In the empty box, type ms-settings: and hit enter. \ **Step 2**: **Select Update & Security** from the Settings menu, then Check for Updates. You should go to **System > About > Version** if you're using Windows 10 version 1511. To install the most recent update that is currently available on your PC, follow the wizard's instructions. \ I hope this answer helps to solve your query **Read more** ### Answer by Hitesh Vohra **Download and install the most recent Windows 10 update.** Because you can't reach the Settings option in the Start because of the significant issue, let's go around the Start and find the spot where the update is available. \ - **Step 1**. On your keyboard**, press the Windows + R** keys together to open the Run box. In the empty box, type ms-settings: and hit enter. - **Step 2:** Select Update & Security from the Settings menu, then Check for Updates. You should go to **System > About > Version** if you're using Windows 10 version 1511. To install the most recent update that is currently available on your PC, follow the wizard's instructions. **The Start Menu Troubleshooter can be downloaded here.** You should be aware that the Start menu issue occurs with every Windows 10 upgrade, so you're not alone. Microsoft has also created a troubleshooter to help detect and fix problems with the Start menu, at least temporarily. **Run the Start menu troubleshooter** by clicking the download link and following the wizard's instructions. I hope this answer helps to solve your query ## Read more ### Answer by Hitesh Vohra **The Start Menu Troubleshooter can be downloaded** You should be aware that the Start menu issue occurs with every Windows 10 upgrade, so you're not alone. Microsoft has also created a troubleshooter to help detect and fix problems with the Start menu, at least temporarily. Run the **Start menu troubleshooter** by clicking the download link and following the wizard's instructions. \ **Download and install the most recent [Windows 10](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/95016/how-do-i-get-a-microphone-to-work-on-windows-10) update.** Because you can't reach the Settings option in the Start because of the significant issue, let's go around the Start and find the spot where the update is available. \ **Step 1**. On your keyboard, press the Windows + R keys together to open the Run box. In the empty box, type ms-settings: and hit enter. **Step 2**: Select Update & Security from the Settings menu, then Check for Updates. You should go to **System > About > Version** if you're using Windows 10 version 1511. To install the most recent update that is currently available on your PC, follow the wizard's instructions. \ I hope this helps you **[Read more](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/95032/how-do-i-fix-windows-10-boot-configuration-data-missing)** --- Original Source: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/95031/how-do-i-fix-critical-errors-on-windows-10 Copyright © MindStick Software Pvt. Ltd. This Markdown version is provided for developers, AI systems, and offline reading.