How to Fix Critical Process Died Blue Screen Error on Windows 10 &11

Summary

In this video, Crown Geek provides a step-by-step guide to fix the 'Critical Process Died' blue screen error on Windows 10 and 11. Whether you're able to access your desktop or not, the video walks you through how to use Advanced Startup options and Command Prompt to repair system files, boot records, and disk integrity. With clear instructions, users can follow along to resolve the error and return to a functioning system. The video also encourages viewers to subscribe and ask questions in the comments if they encounter any issues.

Takeaways

• 😀 If you're facing a 'Critical Process Died' blue screen error on Windows 10 or 11, there are two scenarios for troubleshooting.
• 😀 Scenario 1: If you're able to reach your desktop, go to the search box, type 'reset', and choose 'Reset this PC'.
• 😀 In the 'Reset this PC' option, select 'Advanced Startup' and click 'Restart Now'.
• 😀 If you're unable to reach your desktop, force shut down your computer by holding the power button until it turns off.
• 😀 Restart your computer and, when the Windows logo appears, force shut down three times to trigger the advanced options screen.
• 😀 After reaching the advanced options, choose 'Troubleshoot', then 'Advanced Options', and try 'Startup Repair'.
• 😀 If 'Startup Repair' doesn't fix the issue, open 'Command Prompt' from the advanced options.
• 😀 In Command Prompt, type the following commands to attempt repairs: 'bootrec /fixmbr', 'bootrec /fixboot', and 'bootrec /rebuildbcd'.
• 😀 Additionally, run 'sfc /scannow' to check for system file integrity issues and 'chkdsk /f' to check the hard drive for errors.
• 😀 After running all commands and completing the fixes, restart your computer. The issue should be resolved, and you should no longer see the blue screen.

Q & A

What is the 'Critical Process Died' blue screen error?

The 'Critical Process Died' blue screen error typically occurs when a vital system process in Windows fails to operate correctly, causing the operating system to crash and display a blue screen with this error message.

How can you resolve the error if you can still access your desktop?

If you can still access your desktop, open the search box, type 'reset', select 'Reset this PC', and choose 'Advanced Startup'. Then, click 'Restart Now' and follow the instructions to access the advanced options.

What should you do if you can't access your desktop?

If you can't access your desktop, press and hold the power button to shut down the PC. After the computer powers off, restart it and force another shutdown when you see the Windows logo. Repeat this process three times to trigger the advanced options menu.

What are the first steps in troubleshooting once you reach the advanced options menu?

Once you're in the advanced options menu, click on 'Troubleshoot', then 'Advanced Options'. The first thing you should try is 'Startup Repair' to automatically fix any issues related to startup problems.

What should you do if 'Startup Repair' doesn't fix the issue?

If 'Startup Repair' doesn't resolve the problem, go back to the 'Advanced Options' and select 'Command Prompt'. From there, run several commands to fix system issues manually.

What is the first command you should run in the Command Prompt?

The first command to run is 'bootrec /fixmbr', which fixes the Master Boot Record (MBR) of the system, helping it boot properly.

What does the 'bootrec /fixboot' command do?

'bootrec /fixboot' is used to fix the boot sector, which is essential for the computer to boot correctly. Running this command can resolve issues with booting Windows.

What should you do if you encounter 'Access Denied' after running the 'bootrec /fixboot' command?

If you get an 'Access Denied' error after running 'bootrec /fixboot', proceed with the next command, which is 'bootrec /scanos'. This command scans for any operating systems that may not be detected by the boot loader.

What does the 'sfc /scannow' command do?

'sfc /scannow' scans system files for integrity violations and attempts to fix any corrupted or missing files that could be causing issues with your system.

What should you do if the 'chkdsk' command finds errors on the drive?

If 'chkdsk' finds errors on your hard drive, it will attempt to fix them. This command checks for disk integrity issues and repairs any problems with sectors or file system structures.