How to Fix "Windows cannot find. Make sure you typed the name correctly" Error on Windows 11

The "Windows cannot find. Make sure you typed the name correctly" error can occur in Windows 11 for various reasons, such as corrupted system files, incorrect file paths, or missing executable files. Here are several solutions to fix the issue:

1. Check the File Path

• Ensure that you have typed the correct file name and path.
• If you're using a shortcut, right-click on it and select Properties. Under the Target field, verify that the file path is correct.

2. Use Full File Path

• Instead of just typing the file name, try typing the full path of the file in the Run dialog box or Command Prompt. For example:
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  C:\Program Files\YourApp\YourApp.exe

3. Rebuild Search Index

• If the issue is with Windows Search, try rebuilding the search index:
  1. Open Settings.
  2. Go to Privacy & Security > Searching Windows.
  3. Scroll down and click on Advanced Indexing Options.
  4. In the new window, click on Advanced, then under Troubleshooting, click Rebuild.

4. Run the Application as Administrator

• Right-click on the application or shortcut and select Run as administrator. Sometimes, permissions can cause this issue.

5. Check File Corruption with System File Checker (SFC)

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following command:
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  sfc /scannow
• This will scan your system for any corrupted or missing system files and attempt to repair them.

6. Use DISM to Repair System Files

• If SFC doesn’t fix the issue, you can try running the DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) tool:
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  DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

7. Disable Antivirus or Windows Defender

• Sometimes, antivirus software or Windows Defender can block or remove files mistakenly. Temporarily disable your antivirus and try again.

8. Reinstall the Application

• If the issue is with a particular application, uninstall it and reinstall a fresh copy from the official source.

9. Check Windows Environment Variables

• Incorrect environment variables can also cause this error. Check the PATH environment variable to ensure it’s correct:
  1. Right-click on This PC and select Properties.
  2. Click on Advanced System Settings.
  3. Under the System Properties window, click on Environment Variables.
  4. Ensure the PATH variable includes correct paths, such as:
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     C:\Windows\System32 C:\Windows

10. Clean Boot

• Perform a clean boot to check if third-party applications are causing the issue:
  1. Press Windows + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
  2. Go to the Services tab, check Hide all Microsoft services, and click Disable all.
  3. Go to the Startup tab and click Open Task Manager. Disable all startup items.
  4. Restart your PC and see if the issue persists.

Let me know if any of these steps help or if you'd like further assistance!