How to fix
Error code 0x8000000a
on Windows

Hello. I get the error code 0x8000000a in Windows and cannot see my pictures on the machine. The message states that the error is preventing me from doing so. It is not with all of them, but many images cannot get opened. Can I fix this problem somehow?

0x8000000a error code on Windows is the problem related to the various systems, but more often appears on Windows 10 devices. The message keeps the user from opening photos on the computer. Users[ref en-1] state that the issue is more often related to particular files added from other external devices or even leads to failure of copying files from the USB or different drive.

The malfunction of the system with an error code like this can happen for various reasons. Common causes for the issue can include incorrect configurations, irregular registry entries, and not properly set settings. Often such problems appear because system files get damaged or altered. It is possible to repair these elements and tune the system back to a stable state.

The particular error code 0x8000000a on Windows 10 means that a particular system component or application failed. The error code indicates particular issues and more information that the manufacturer can decipher. It is not easy to explain what the code means and especially when it can occur the cause of this issue. 

The warning on the screen can indicate the incorrect installation of software or even OS.[ref en-2] Invalid entries or system files and other elements can lead to shutdowns or power failure, technical issues. Some of these issues can get fixed with the help of [d1] or a similar program. Missing necessary files can create various issues, so these solutions also differ.

You might want to run the anti-malware scan as well as this system file damage check to see if any malware[ref en-3] triggered issues that led to the error. You can fix the problem with error code 0x8000000a on Windows without particular technical knowledge. The process might include repair functions and some setting changes. It is achievable, so do not rich into things and follow the guide thoroughly. 

1. Update Windows

• Go to Settings and find Update & Security.
• Click Check for updates to see if there are any new OS updates.
• Install if there is any.

2. Stop Windows update service

• Click Windows and R keys.
  

  

• Type services.msc.
• Hit OK.
• A new window will open containing all Windows services on your system.
• Search for Windows Update.
  

  

  
  
• Right-click the Windows Update and then click Stop.

Check if the error occurs

• Switch back to the Windows Services.
• Locate Windows Update.
• Right-click on it and choose Start.

3. Change decimal separator configuration

• Search for and open Control Panel.
  

  

  
  
• Open Region settings.
  

  

  
  
• In the Formats tab, click on Additional Settings...
  

  

  
  
• Click Reset to restore the system defaults or manually change the Decimal Symbol to use a period.
  

  

  
  
• Click OK.

4. Run System File Checker

• Type cmd in Windows search.
• Right-click on Command Prompt result and select Run as administrator
  

  

  
  
• Copy and paste this command and press Enter:
  sfc /scannow
  

  

  
  
• Wait till the scan is finished.

5. Update drivers

• Press the Win and R keys to open the Run window.
• Enter devmgmt.msc.
• Hit Enter and open Device Manager.
  
• Double-click Display adapters and right-click the display adapter.
  

  

• Choose to Update driver.
• Select Search automatically for driver software.
  

  

  
  
• You can repeat that with various drivers that have an exclamation point near them. This indicates issues.