7 Ways to Fix the Windows Services Tool When It Won’t Open or Respond
Your Windows device uses various services to ensure that the system runs smoothly. For example, there’s a service that checks for software updates and another that allows you to share files. Fortunately, if your Windows services run into issues, you’re able to repair them using the Services tool.
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1. Quick Fixes for an Unresponsive Windows Services Tool
In most cases, you can fix an unresponsive Services app by restarting your device.
Alternatively, try tackling the issue by running the Services app with administrator privileges. Here are the steps you need to follow:
2. Sign Into Your Device Using a Different Microsoft Account
In some cases, the issue at hand might be specific to the account you’re using. If you have multiple accounts on your device, sign into a different account and see if that helps.
Here’s how it’s possible to sign in to a Microsoft account on Windows:
Once you’ve signed in, check if the Services tool is accessible.
If the problem is resolved, then it’s clear that your other account has issues. In this case, you couldfix this Windows issue by creating a new user account.
3. Access the Services Tool in Safe Mode
Do you suspect that the issue at hand might be caused by faulty programs? If so, you should consider running the Services tool in Safe Mode. That way, all your third-party apps (including the faulty ones) will be disabled when the device boots up.
Here are the steps for running the Services tool in safe mode:
Next, clickAdvanced optionsand selectStartup Settings. From there, press theRestartbutton and then press theF4key to boot your PC into Safe Mode.
Now, try opening the Services tool. If you no longer run into problems, then it’s safe to say that a faulty software program is causing the issue at hand. Now you’ll need to find the problematic app and update or remove it.
4. Run Windows' Built-In Troubleshooters
Windows' built-in troubleshooters could fix the problem you’re experiencing without needing to go through Services. These tools can fix almost any system issue—from network-related errors to hardware problems.
To tackle system maintenance issues, you can use the System Maintenance troubleshooter. And for hardware-related problems, you can use the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.
If you’re dealing with a system maintenance issue, here’s how you can tackle it using the System Maintenance troubleshooter:
But if you’re dealing with a hardware-related problem, here’s how you can resolve it using the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter:
Check out ourguide to all of Windows 11’s troubleshootersfor a crash course on what these handy tools can do for you.
5. Run a System Scan
In some cases, the issue at hand might stem from malware. As such, try scanning your device and remove any malware that’s found.
Here are the steps for running a system scan:
6. Use the DISM and SFC Tools
If you’re dealing with stubborn malware or corruption, then a simple system scan might not be enough. In such instances, you’d need to use reliable features such as the DISM and SFC tools.
Here’s how to run the DISM tool:
Restart your PC once the scan is complete.
Now, you can now run the SFC tool through these steps:
Wait for this process to complete and then close the Command Prompt. Finally, restart your computer to save these changes.
7. Reset Windows
By now, the Services tool should be up and running. But if the issue persists, then you might consider resetting your device.
When you reset Windows, the system will be restored to its factory settings, but your data will be safe. But to be on the safe side, considerbacking up your Windows device to the cloudfirst before resetting it.
Now, here are the steps for resetting Windows:
The Services App Is Now Up and Running
The Windows services ensure that your PC operates smoothly at all times. Meanwhile, the Services tool can help you troubleshoot various system issues depending on the nature of the problem.
However, the Services app often runs into issues and won’t respond. If this tool won’t open, repair it using any of the methods we’ve covered. And once you’ve resolved the issue at hand, you could consider managing the Windows services from time to time.
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