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File History Element Not Found: How to Fix This Error
You should check if you have sufficient storage space for backup or not
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Updated onApril 1, 2024
updated onApril 1, 2024
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TheFile History element not founderror has been troubling users for quite some time. There are multiple user reports regarding this error on theofficial Microsoft support forums. Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 users are affected by theFile History element not founderror.
This issue pops up because of a bug in the File History feature. You are in the right place if you are also experiencing the same problem.
Because in this guide, we will explain to you all the different methods for Windows 10 and 11 users that will help you fix the issue at hand. Let us get right into it.
What causes the File History element not found error in Windows 10 and 11?
Here are some of the most common reasons that could trigger theFile History element not founderror in Windows 10 and 11.
How can I fix the File History element not found error in Windows 10 and 11?
1. Clean up disk storage space
Alternatively, go to the drive and delete the unwanted files from your PC one by one. The above method is helpful when cleaning up the disk space, including unwanted system files.
2. Re-enable File History
3. Clean up history files using CMD
4. Fix system corruption
System file corruption can lead to multiple issues on your PC, including theFile History element not founderror.
In such a case, you should run the SFC Scan, and DISM commands to fix the files. However, in most cases, these commands do not yield the desired result. So, we suggest you use adedicated repair tool.
5. Uninstall installed Windows updates
Chances are that the recent Windows update introduced a bug that is causing theFile History element not founderror. A simple fix for this is to remove the currently installed Windows update and check whether the problem is resolved.
6. Cloud reset Windows
If none of the above solutions helped you resolve theFile History element not founderror, then it is time for you to reset the PC.
Following the above steps, you can reset your PC without losing your personal files and return to a state where everything generally worked on your PC.
However, we strongly advise you to create a backup of all files on your PC, as anything can happen with a single wrong click. You should check out our guide, which lists some of thebest backup tools for your Windows 11 PC.
That is it from us in this guide. In addition, we have a dedicated guide that explains whatFile History is and how you can enable, disable or set it upon Windows 11.
Also, for users who do not know how toaccess File History on Control Panel, we would like them to look at our guide.
Feel free to let us know in the comments below which one of the above solutions fixed theFile History element not founderror.
Sagar Naresh
Sagar is a web developer and technology journalist. Currently associated with WindowsReport and SamMobile. When not writing, he is either at the gym sweating it out or playing country music on his guitar.
He is an avid traveler and has been to 15 countries, going to more places soon. TRAVEL and WORK is his mantra for a peaceful life.
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