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How do I fix an NTFS file system error in Windows 10?

NTFS (New Technology File System), is a file system format used in Windows
operating systems mostly. NTFS file system error occurs during the startup of
Windows 11/10/8/7 as BSOD (blue screen of death) stating NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM
Error.

Here is the possible cause of this error:

 System memory is running out of space


 Virus or malware infection.
 Driver issues.
 Damaged or removed system files.
 Damaged hard drive.

Method 1: Command Prompt

NTFS (NT file system) is the standard file system used by Microsoft Windows
operating systems since the release of Microsoft Windows NT. NTFS is an
improvement over the prior FAT file system, offering improved reliability and security,
but it's also prone to developing NTFS errors

The reasons for NTFS file system corruption:

1. The primary reason for NTFS file system corruption can be due to
hardware issues like damaged cable or a Hard Drive crash.
2. NTFS corruption can also be due to a virus or malware attack that
can lead to unexpected data loss in the system.
3. Corruption of disk partitions can also be a reason for NTFS file
system corruption.
4. If the boot sector of Windows fails, NTFS also fails and leads to the
loss of huge data.

To repair the NTFS file system on Windows 10, let's use the built-in start-up repair
available in Windows 10. This allows us to detect and resolve the errors preventing
windows to start normally. Below are some simple steps to follow initially:

 Restart your computer while holding down the "SHIFT" key.


 Now, select "Troubleshoot" -> then "Advanced options".
Select "Command Prompt" to enter the command prompt.

Enter the command "chkdsk E:/f/r" and press enter. In this command,

E is the drive that needs to be fixed,

/f is to fix the disk errors and

/r to recover information from the corrupted sectors.

When it prompts "Would you like to schedule this volume to be checked the next
time the system restarts? (Y/N)", press Y on your keyboard and enter.

Restart your PC manually, to allow the check disk utility to detect and resolve the file
system errors.

Once the scanning process reaches 100%, Windows will restart normally.

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Method 2: Run Start-up Repair

Windows uses Start-up Repair helps to detect and fix the problems causing the
error. To do so follow the steps given below:

 Boot the computer using the installation media.


 Click ‘Repair your Computer.’
 Click ‘Troubleshoot.’
 Click ‘Advanced Options.’
 Click ‘Start-up repair.’
 Your computer will restart and will start diagnosing your computer.
 Wait till the process is complete.
 Your computer will run normally.

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Method 3: Run DISM & SFC Tools:

You can run DISM & SFC tools to find and repair System Files that are corrupted. To
do so follow the steps given below:

 Open ‘Command Prompt’ as an Administrator.


 Type DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth. Press
‘Enter.’
or
Type sfc /scannow. Press ‘Enter.’
 Wait till the computer scans for damaged system files. If damaged
system files are deleted, Windows will start fixing them automatically.
 Restart your computer and check if the NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM error
persists.

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