It is not uncommon for apps and programs to crash on Windows now and then.

And the configs app is no exception.

Why Is the prefs App Crashing on Windows?

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This is why we recommend starting your troubleshooting journey by performing one of theways to restart Windows.

If the issue persists, move to the next method below.

Update Windows

The next thing that you should do is update the operating system to the latest build available.

Click on the Download & install button

This typically happens when the update itself was corrupt.

The easiest solution, in this case, is updating the driver.

We will be using the unit Manager utility for this purpose.

Search automatically for drivers option

If an outdated driver is a culprit, this should handle the problem in no time.

you’re free to go with the Reset option if the controls app does not immediately.

In case you cannot enter the app at all, proceed with re-registering the app.

Repair or reset the application

It’s generally a temporary corruption issue that causes them, so fortunately fixing them is quite simple.

The solution mentioned above should help you fix the parameters app crashing issue for good.

They will help you identify the real cause of the problem and suggest a relevant fix.

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