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How to fix Windows 10 EXPLORER.EXE Constant Crashes

sbarker2707 20 Reputation points
2025-09-24T02:49:58.71+00:00

Fix for Windows 10 EXPLORER.EXE constant crashes is no longer available in Windows Update. The link provided in the solution results in http error 404.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
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Lester Bernard Reyes 81,845 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-09-24T03:24:24.5433333+00:00

Hi, I'm Bernard, a fellow Windows user. I'm happy to help!

I understand the issue you have. There is nothing to worry about. I am here to assist. This issue happens due to the miscalibration of system files, and for us to sort out the issue, kindly follow the basic steps below:

Method 1. Clear the cache of File Explorer

-Open Run Command ( Press Windows key + R)

-Copy, paste, and enter the file path below:

%APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Recent\AutomaticDestinations

Delete everything inside the AutomaticDestinations folder

-Restart PC and check

Method 2. Do a clean boot:

A “clean boot” starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs, so that you can determine whether a background program is interfering with your game or program.

  • In the search box on the taskbar, type msconfig and select System Configuration from the results.
  • On the Services tab of System Configuration, select Hide all Microsoft services, and then select Disable all.
  • On the Startup tab of System Configuration, select Open Task Manager.
  • Under Startup in Task Manager, for each startup item, select the item and then select Disable.
  • Close Task Manager.
  • On the Startup tab of System Configuration, select OK. When you restart the computer, it's in a clean boot environment.

Troubleshooting reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/929135/how-to-perform-a-clean-boot-in-windows

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  1. Lester Bernard Reyes 81,845 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-09-25T03:12:33.72+00:00

    Perfect! I'm glad it is now all good.

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  2. Lester Bernard Reyes 81,845 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-09-25T02:54:01.21+00:00

    Hi, you are always welcome, and thank you for replying. Just to confirm, is it now all good?

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  3. sbarker2707 20 Reputation points
    2025-09-25T02:42:32.3366667+00:00

    I apologize!

    Thank you "LESTER"!

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  4. sbarker2707 20 Reputation points
    2025-09-25T02:42:03.7633333+00:00

    Thank you Bernard!

    The update successfully installed after I:

    1. Ran the Windows Update troubleshooter (it reset some of the Windows Update settings)
    2. Set my Power setting up to NEVER sleep

    Thank you for your suggestions!

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