All my files say "The Parameter is Incorrect"

Question

Hi there, recently I've been having this problem with all my files saying "The parameter is incorrect" whenever I try to open them. I don't know why this is happening, and I've tried using the SFC and CHKDSK in the Command Prompt and they didn't work. I've also tried scanning my computer with my anti-virus but it didn't pick anything up, and I don't know what caused this in the first place, so if I could get any help, I'd appreciate it a lot. and by the way, I tried adding a picture of the error but it won't let me edit out some of the details so I can't put it here :(

Answer 1

The error "The parameter is incorrect" sometimes appears with Windows Store apps, such as Photos, and can often be resolved by repairing, resetting, or uninstalling/reinstalling the app. The options are found under Settings, Apps, ⋯, Advanced.

Note that "Reset" delete's the app's "data" (which typically means its settings). It does not delete your photos.

Answer 2

Please try the following methods below.

**Update Microsoft Photos app

Open Microsoft Store then click Library

Update Microsoft Photos or click Update all

**Please try to run SFC and DISM to check for any system errors and corrupted files.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/402652...

After that, restart your computer

**Reset Photos app

Press Start then search Photos app

Right click it then select App setting

Click Terminate > Repair > Reset

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor

Answer 3

thanks for the suggestions, I will try them. I'll tell you if it's fixed afterwards. and yes it's only the photo files.
(edit) It worked, I can open the files again! thanks for the help guys! I really appreciate it!

Answer 4

Is it only the photo files that have the problem?

Answer 5

Hi, good day! I'm John Dev a Windows user like you and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.

I'll be asking a few questions so I can have a better idea what solutions to provide.

When was the last time it worked properly? Have you made any changes to your computer recently? Do you open your files from the computer or from an external hard drive?

Can you take a screenshot of the issue and post it in your next response? Note: Don't include any personal information or sensitive data.

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/feedback/fo...

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor