ScreensieWindows Administration
How to Open Event Viewer
View Windows system and application event logs.
Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.
Open Event Viewer
Press Windows + R, enter eventvwr.msc, and press Enter.
Command
eventvwr.mscChoose a log
Expand Windows Logs and select Application or System.
Use the time and source
Match the event time and source to the problem. One error alone does not prove the cause.
Copy details safely
Use Copy > Copy details as text and remove account names, paths, or other private data before sharing.
Do not clear logs while diagnosing
Clearing a log removes useful history and requires administrator access.