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Windows Media Player Crashes in Windows 10/11 [QUICK FIX]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Watching a movie inWindows Media Playercan be done very easily seeing that this application is implemented in theWindows 10operating system.
The tool has a very user friendly interface but you might have already stumbled upon the most annoying issue that can happen to you while using the application.
Sometimes, the program may crash in the middle of a movie or just right after you open it.
Read this guide to learn what you can do in order to apply some troubleshooting steps and prevent yourWindows Media Playerfrom crashing again.
Windows Media Player might crash for more than one reason but the most common is that the registry files that use the application might have gotten damaged or deleted by a third party application.
This issue usually appears when you update to another version of Windows like theWindows 10or just by installing an application that interfered with the registry files for Windows Media Player.
Steps to fix Windows Media Player crashes
First Method: Troubleshoot from Control Panel
Second Method: Run an SFC scan
Third Method: Disable and reenable startup applications
Fix specific Windows Media Player issues in Windows 10
Windows Media Player has some additional issues inWindows 10. Of course, you can use the troubleshooting methods listed above on any Windows version. But if you’re looking for specific fixes forWindows 10, then read on.
If you have this version installed on your PC or laptop, here are some of the most encountered issues that might appear and bother you. First of all, inWindows 10, WMP might simply disappear.
You will find the solution on how to fix this problem in our dedicated guide on how tofix Windows Media Player disappearing in Windows 10.
Some file types may not be played by WMP, but we also have a solution for that, especially forAVI files that are not played by Windows Media Player. If it does not work, we recommend you to follow the steps fromthe tutorial on how to add an AVI Codec in WMP.
That’s it, a few methods that you can follow in order to fix yourWindows Media Playerand prevent it from crashing again during your usage. Please write us below for any additional questions you might have on this subject and we will help you further with this issue.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
