There are multiple ways you can find a corrupted or broken .NET Framework installation on your computer. In this post, we are going to show you all the methods.
Repair .NET using .NET Framework Repair Tool
The first attempt in fixing any .NET-related issues is using the dedicated .NET Framework Repair Tool by Microsoft, whose name is self-explanatory. Let us show you how to repair .NET Framework on your Windows PC using this tool:
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Now, check to see if the issue you were experiencing has been resolved. If not, then there are a few other methods to repair .NET as well.
Repair .NET from Control Panel
Another method to repair a .NET installation is from the Programs and Features applet in Windows. Follow these steps to attempt to repair your .NET Framework from the Control Panel: Now check to see if you are able to run the troublesome app.
Repair .NET by Re-Enabling it from Optional Features
If the methods discussed above did not fix the problem, then you may have to perform a clean install of .NET. This means that all you need to do is disable it, and then re-enable .NET from the Windows Optional Features applet. Now that you have performed a clean install of .NET, check to see if the problem you were previously experiencing persists. If it does, there is still another way to reinstall .NET using PowerShell. The wizard will now download new .NET files and install .NET Framework from scratch.
Repair .NET by Reinstalling it from PowerShell
Reinstalling .NET is perhaps the last resort in fixing .NET Framework. This can be done using Windows PowerShell alone. Follow the given guide below to reinstall .NET Framework: Once PowerShell is reinstalled, your .NET issue should be resolved. If prompted to install Nuget, enter Y.
Closing Words
Microsoft .NET Framework can be corrupted when it is not installed properly or when critical system files are missing or corrupted. The methods shared above to fix it should work for fixing .NET. However, you can also run the System File Checker scan to attempt to repair system files, which in turn may also repair .NET.
