How to fix
Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter missing
on Windows

Hello. I can't find the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter on my Windows PC. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Users who want to diagnose and fix hardware-related problems on their PCs may find it difficult to do so because Windows does not include a Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. Because Microsoft chose to hide the hardware and device diagnostics tool in Windows 10 version 1809, this problem is not unusual. Although the troubleshooter is a useful built-in tool for locating and examining a variety of hardware and device problems, its unavailability can make it more difficult for users to resolve difficulties with things like Bluetooth, keyboard, audio, printers, Internet connections, batteries, and more.

With the developments in Windows 10, the hardware and device troubleshooter's functionality was reorganized, making it unavailable via the Settings app directly. Users who are accustomed to depending on this tool for problem-solving may become confused and frustrated as a result of this change in the architecture, which could make them believe it is missing from the system.

This problem has a big effect on users since it prevents them from having an easy-to-use, comprehensive way to identify hardware issues. When users run into problems with different peripherals or components, they might not have an easy way to figure out what's wrong and how to fix it. This could result in prolonged downtime or the need to employ other, less effective troubleshooting techniques.

While Microsoft's decision to remove the hardware and devices troubleshooter from the settings menu or other factors may contribute to its apparent absence, users are not entirely without options. In this guide, you will find 3 options that should help you find Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter missing in Windows.

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Solution 1. Open the Troubleshooter via Command Prompt

• Click on the Start button.
• Type cmd in the search box, then press Enter.
• Select the Command Prompt from the search results.
• Type the following in the Command Prompt:

msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic

• Press Enter to invoke the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter.
• Once the troubleshooter appears, you’ll be able to troubleshoot various hardware issues on your computer.

Solution 2. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter Command

• Click on the Start button.
• Type cmd in the search box, then press Enter.
• Select the Command Prompt from the search results.
• Type the following in the command prompt:

mysdt.auxiliary diagnostic device

• Press Enter to prompt the Windows Hardware and Device Troubleshooter.
• Click Next to proceed with the analysis and troubleshooting process.
• Accessing the troubleshooter via CMD is an alternative if the Windows 10 hardware troubleshooter is missing.

Solution 3. Uninstall Recent Windows Updates

• Press the Windows key + I to open Settings.
• Go to Windows Update and select Update history.

• Click Uninstall updates and select the most recent update.
• Click on Uninstall.
• Uninstalling the recent Windows update should help fix any issue with the Windows troubleshooter.