11.10: Using Windows Defender Scan
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To scan your PC for viruses and malware using Windows Defender Antivirus, complete either a quick scan or full scan. To perform a Quick Scan, complete the following:
To perform a Full Scan or Custom Scan, complete the following.
Sometimes if you're dealing with a tough virus or another type of malware, the antivirus may not be able to remove it while Windows 10 is running. If this is the case, save your work, close any running application, and run an offline scan using the following steps:
When you start an offline scan, your device will restart and boot using the Windows Defender Antivirus environment. The latest definition update will be installed (if an internet connection is available), a scan will be performed, and if malicious software is detected, it'll be removed or quarantined automatically.