Top 9 Easy Windows 11 Troubleshooting Tips for Beginners

Windows 11 is sleek, modern, and fast—but like any OS, it can have problems. From slow startups to Wi-Fi glitches, beginners often face small issues that can be fixed in minutes. This guide covers 9 easy troubleshooting tips anyone can do without being a tech expert.

Let’s fix those problems step by step!

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🔧 1. Restart Your PC – The Golden Rule

Before trying anything advanced, always restart.

How to do it:

1. Click the Start Menu

2. Select Power

3. Click Restart

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🔄 2. Check for Windows Updates

Missing updates often cause bugs or performance issues.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings > Windows Update
   

2. Click Check for updates

3. Install any available updates

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🚀 3. Fix Slow Startup Time

Too many startup apps can slow your boot time.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings
   

2. Click on Apps

3. Then click on Startup

4. From there, you can enable or disable apps that run when your PC starts

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🌐 4. Fix Wi-Fi or Internet Problems

Sometimes Wi-Fi breaks after an update. 

Steps:

1. 
   Open Settings > Network & Internet > WI-FI
   
   

2. Click Get Help

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📁 5. File Explorer Not Responding

File Explorer might freeze due to memory or glitches.

Steps:

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc

2. In Task Manager, find Windows Explorer

3. Right-click > Restart
   

⏳ 6. Windows Update Stuck

If the update is stuck:

Steps:

1. Open Settings > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters

2. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter 

   
   
   
   

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⚠️ 7. Fix Apps Not Opening or Crashing

Apps misbehaving? Try resetting them.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings > Apps > Installed Apps

2. Click the three dots (...) > Advanced options
   

3. Click Reset

   
   
   

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🔋 8. Battery Draining Fast on Laptop

Turn on Battery Saver and adjust performance settings.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings > System > Power & Battery
   

2. Turn on Battery Saver

   
   
   

⌨️ 9. Keyboard or Touchpad Not Working

It could be a driver issue.

Steps:

1. Right-click Start > Device Manager

2. Expand Keyboards or Mice and other pointing devices

3. 
   Right-click and Update driver
   

Windows 11 is powerful, but no system is perfect. These beginner-friendly tips solve most common issues without any tech knowledge. Try them out—and if something’s still not working, drop your issue in the comments and I’ll guide you personally!