Also, you may be interested in our article about the best Windows 11 Terminal emulators to install on your PC.

Why is the Windows Terminal not working?

Since Windows Terminal is a pre-installed program on Windows, the causes may vary. Some of the notable ones are:

Corrupt system files – Every service and program running on the computer are attributed to system files that help them function properly. So, the Windows Terminal may not work if the system files are corrupted or missing. Malware and virus attacks – If you have virus or malware attacks on your computer, it can infect and block the communication between Windows Terminal and the system, resulting in the issue. Issues with Windows Terminal installation files – The problem can occur if the system cannot read or run Windows Terminal from its installation directory, making it inaccessible. Windows Terminal is disabled – The Windows Terminal might be available on the PC, but still won’t work because the app is disabled in Settings.

Fortunately, you can resolve the Windows Terminal not opening on Windows 11 by following the steps outlined below.

What can I do if the Windows Terminal is not working?

Before anything, go through the following:

Turn off background apps running on your PC. Temporarily disabling third-party antivirus software. Restart Windows in Safe Mode and check if the issue persists.

If you can’t fix the problem, try the solutions below:

1. Ensure Windows Terminal is enabled

Toggling Off and On the switch for Windows Terminal in App execution aliases performs a mini reset and refreshes its processes.

2. Run an SFC scan

Performing an SFC scan will verify the integrity of your system files and repair the corrupt ones causing the issue. Read our guide on how to fix the run as administrator option if it’s not working on your PC. SPONSORED

3. Repair and reset Windows Terminal via the Settings app

The Repair and Resetting option of the Windows Terminal will fix the corrupt installation files affecting it and restore it to the default healthy state.

4. Reset Windows Terminal via Command Prompt

The above command line will reset Windows Terminal to the default settings and resolve configurations causing the problem. If you encounter issues running the Command Prompt as an administrator on Windows 11, read our guide for quick fixes.

5. Uninstall and reinstall Windows Terminal from the Microsoft Store

Reinstalling Windows Terminal will fix faulty app issues affecting the program and install a verified version to improve performance. You can read about how to resolve Microsoft Store not working in Windows 11.

6. Run System Restore

System Restore will return the system to an earlier point, removing recent files, apps, drivers, and updates which may cause the Windows Terminal issue. Read our article on fixing Restore Point if it’s not working on your PC. Alternatively, you can read how to download and install HyperTerminal for Windows 11. Also, we have a detailed guide on what to do if Command Prompt keeps crashing on your PC. If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.

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