How to fix
“It looks like Windows didn’t load correctly” error
on Windows

Hello, I need your help. I get the Windows didn't load correctly error. How can I solve this properly? Do you know what caused this boot issue for me? I updated and this now appears. Maybe the update to Windows 10 caused it?

"It looks like Windows didn't load correctly" error often appears while starting the machine and can be triggered by the failed Windows process. There are some problems with the error because it can appear as the Blue Screen of Death[ref en-1] which is a critical error. People get panic when they see this screen, and users[ref en-2] complained about the issue recently.

The corrupted data within the system can create issues with unreadable messages when the machine needs to run processes. Compromised files or corrupted, missing data can lead to various issues, including those blue screens and other critical errors. Sometimes these errors occur a few times before crashing the machine, so when your device reboots properly, it is the best time to fix the root cause for the error.

The particular problem with the "It looks like Windows didn't load correctly" error can be caused by the affected processes that were needed to properly run the installation of the Windows operating system. This is often caused by the improper installation of the OS. Malware[ref en-3] also can lead to issues with corrupted files and programs.

You can solve issues like this by manually configuring the BCD that is corrupted or missing since this is a possible issue. It is possible to repair affected files and even solve these issues like the "It looks like Windows didn't load correctly" error by triggering the system scan using tools like [d1]. Other methods might require your attention and manual intervention.

1. Boot in Safe Mode

• Turn on your computer, and as soon as the manufacturer's logo appears, turn it off. Make sure to repeat the step at least three times.
• You will be redirected into the Advanced Recovery Option.
• Head over to Advanced Options.
  

  

  
  
• Then choose Troubleshoot and follow with Startup Settings.
• Hit Restart.
• Pressing the F4 will enable you to run into Safe Mode.
  

  

  
  
• You can even use Safe Mode with Networking by pressing F5.
• Give your machine a quick diagnosis.

2. Run DISM and SFC commands

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

  

  
  
• When the User Account Control window shows up, click Yes
• In the new window, type in the following command and press Enter:
  sfc /scannow
  

  

  
  
• After the scan is done, copy the following command and press Enter:
  Dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth.

3. Use System Restore

• Type in Create a Restore point in Windows search and hit Enter.
  

  

  
  
• Go to the System Protection tab and pick System restore.
• Click Next.
• Hit Show more restore points.
  

  

  
  
• Choose the time before the problem occurred and click Next.
• Follow the steps and restart the PC.

4. Reset the PC

• Right-click on Start to see options of tools and click Settings.
  

  

  
  
• Go to Updates & Security section.
• Select Recovery on the left.
• Under Reset this PC, click the Get started button.
• Pick Keep my files and Cloud download from the options.
  

  

• Wait for the installation.