Fix: cmd.exe the application was unable to start correctly (0xc0000142)

This article will tell you how to fix cmd.exe the application was unable to start correctly (0xc0000142)

cmd.exe the application was unable to start correctly (0xc0000142)

Many Windows 10 users have reported that they get the above error randomly when tried to use Windows. When the system files are corrupt or missed, this problem might appear. If you are unable to launch Command prompt by right click on start button. I highly recommedned you to follow the steps to open command prompt from Task Manager.

How To Fix Error 0xc0000142 cmd.exe the application was unable to start correctly

Step 1. Open Taskbar.by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc

Step 2, Then you select File and select Run new task.

Step 3. Check the box Create this task with administrative privileges and type cmd in the box then press enter.

When you are able to launch Command prompt (admin) Run a SFC Scan on the system.

Method 2: Using Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

If this above method doesn't work, you can use method 2.

• Download Farbar Recovery Scan tool by click here now.
• Launch it. When the tool appears click Yes to disclaimer.
• Ensure Addition.txt is checkmarked under "Optional scans"
• Click Scan button to run the tool.... It will make a log (FRST.txt) in the same directory the tool is run. Please copy and paste it to your reply.
• The tool will also make a log named (Addition.txt) Please attach those logs to your reply.

That's it. Hope this helps you.

Source: http://howtoinstallwindows10.com/the-application-was-unable-to-start-correctly-0xc0000142-windows-10/