Troubleshooting Windows Movie Maker has stopped working

Movie Maker is video-editing software that was formerly bundled with older Windows platforms as part of the Live Essentials suite. However, Microsoft stopped supporting Live Essentials in 2017. Nevertheless, some users still utilize Movie Maker to edit their videos.

Some users have stated on forums that Movie Maker stops working for them. “Windows Movie Maker has stopped working” and “Windows Movie Maker does not start” are two of the more regular WMM error messages that pop up on some users’ desktops.

The “stopped working” error message can pop up when users try to open files within the video editor. Consequently, the software crashes and closes or freezes during playback. Below are a few resolutions that might fix Windows Movie Maker’s stopped working error messages and occasional freezes.

 

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7 fixes to Google Chrome causing BSoD errors on Windows 10

We can agree that BSoD (Blue Screen of Death) is something no one wants to see on their Windows PC. They appear rarely but when they do, then they certainly point towards a major issue. A large number of users reported BSoDs caused by Chrome, while they were roaming the internet or watching videos. Apparently, the system just crashed on them.

Now, we’re afraid that this matter is hardly caused by the Chrome on its own. The browser is probably only a trigger. Nonetheless, we have a hefty number of steps for you to try and, hopefully, address the BSoD.

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How to fix Windows 10 error 80200056

Time has shown us that upgrading from Windows 7 or Windows 8.x to Windows 10 isn’t going as smoothly as planned. A lot of users receive various error codes which prevent them from downloading and installing Windows 10 normally.

One of these errors is error code 80200056, which prevents users from downloading Windows 10. In this fix guide, we’re going to help you solve this problem.

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How to block personalized ads in Windows 10 apps

Advertising is one of the most annoying things about the internet, but when we are constantly bombarded by adverts in Windows 10, these ads are even more irritating.

It is quite amazing in how many places adverts can appear on your PC, and we are not talking just about your browser. As a quick reminder, adverts could be shown in any of the following places:

  • The Start menu
  • Cortana search
  • Action Center
  • The lock screen
  • Live tiles
  • Apps showing ads
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Windows Ink

And all the ads you see in the above places will be personalized ads, meaning you have given permission for your personal information to be used by Microsoft, even if you didn’t know you had.

We can get rid of personalized ads. In fact, it’s much easier than you may think. Just follow the steps listed below.

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Fix: Another installation is in progress Office 365

Are you getting error code 0-1018 0 when installing Office 365? That states: “We’re sorry but we could not start your Office installation. Another installation is in progress.” This is usually due to another Office installation or update process in the background or older MS Office installation files that have not been thoroughly removed from Windows. Here are a few ways you can fix it and get Office 365 up and running.

Another installation is in progress error, how to fix it?

Another installation is in progress message can prevent you from installing Office 365 on your PC. This can be a big problem, and speaking of installation problems, here are some issues that users reported:

  • Microsoft Office error code 0-1018 (0) – This problem can occur if your system files are corrupted, but in order to fix the problem, you need to repair your installation by performing an SFC and DISM scans.
  • Office 365 error code 0 – This error can sometimes appear due to your antivirus, and in order to fix the problem, you need to temporarily disable your antivirus and check if that helps.
  • Couldn’t start Office installation error code 0-1018 (0) – Another cause for this issue can be your firewall, and if you can’t install Office, be sure to disable Windows Firewall temporarily and check if that helps.
  • Error 1500 another installation is in progress Microsoft Office – If you encounter this error message, be sure to disable any other installations that might be running in the background. You can do that with ease by using Task Manager.
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Windows 10 cannot find Bluetooth headphones

Windows 10 has a lot of useful features including the ability to quickly connect devices to your PC without the need of cables around your desk using the Bluetooth technology. Bluetooth allows you to use a wide range of wireless devices, such as headphones, speakers, mice, keyboards, and many other. Out of all these gadgets, Bluetooth headphones are praised for their ability to deliver quality sound without cables so the headphones industry has really embraced this technology and has started producing it on a scale.

Everything is great about Bluetooth when it works but it is far from being perfect and sometimes you will come across connectivity problems. If this is the case and you Windows cannot find your Bluetooth headphones, there are a number of troubleshooting steps you can do.

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How to fix Windows Update error 0x80070057

If  you installed the latest Windows 10 OS version on your computer and you want to fix Windows 10 update error code 0x80070057. We’ve got a piece of good news for you, if you carefully follow the steps listed below in the order they are described, you can get on with your Windows 10 usage in no time at all.

For you to fix the 0x80070057 error code, you will need to have administrator rights on Windows 10 for the group policy editor feature you have available in the operating system. Also, you will need to have administrator rights to run the required command lines in the Command Prompt window. I am sure that if you already installed the latest Windows 10 OS version, you’ll have no problems in accessing Command Prompt.

 

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