https://www.thewindows12.com/categories/fixes/ Recent content in Fixes on theWindows12 Hugo en-us Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:50:46 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fix-vmware-virtual-machine-no-internet-issue-when-clash-verge-runs-on-host-pc/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:50:46 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fix-vmware-virtual-machine-no-internet-issue-when-clash-verge-runs-on-host-pc/ Experiencing no internet in VMware virtual machines while Clash Verge is running on your host PC? This guide explains why NAT causes the issue and how changing your VM's network adapter to Bridged mode quickly restores connectivity. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/quickly-fix-wsl-localhost-proxy-configuration-detected-but-not-mirrored-to-wsl-wsl-in-nat-mode-does-not-support-localhost-proxy/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:33:32 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/quickly-fix-wsl-localhost-proxy-configuration-detected-but-not-mirrored-to-wsl-wsl-in-nat-mode-does-not-support-localhost-proxy/ Previously, we published a blog post about fixing the 0x80071772 error when installing WSL applications. Today, we're tackling another common WSL error - \"wsl: localhost proxy configuration detected but not mirrored to WSL. WSL in NAT mode does not support localhost proxy.\" https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/resolve-the-error-of-0x80071772-occurring-during-wsl-installation/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:03:32 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/resolve-the-error-of-0x80071772-occurring-during-wsl-installation/ Since the introduction of WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux), the productivity attribute of Windows has been further enhanced. However, when installing the Linux subsystem (such as Ubuntu) from the Microsoft Store, one may encounter the error code 0x80071772. Let's solve it. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fail-to-install-nvidia-geforce-experience-try-this/ Sat, 08 Feb 2025 08:09:00 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fail-to-install-nvidia-geforce-experience-try-this/ When I tried to install NVIDIA GeForce Experience. The installer threw an error, and I started wondering if this was connected to the sluggish performance. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/is-your-laptop-freezing-unstable-charging-might-be-the-culprit/ Fri, 07 Feb 2025 03:04:05 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/is-your-laptop-freezing-unstable-charging-might-be-the-culprit/ Normally, connecting the AC adapter triggers a switch to high-performance mode, while unplugging reverts the system to battery-saving mode. However, unstable AC power can cause rapid, unintended toggling between these modes. This often manifests as sudden system lag or freezing. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-fix-windows-cannot-find-gpedit-msc-error-on-windows-11-home/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:29:46 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-fix-windows-cannot-find-gpedit-msc-error-on-windows-11-home/ Many Windows 11 Home users encounter “Windows cannot find gpedit.msc” error when trying to open the Group Policy Editor. Let's explore the cause and fix it. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fixing-browsers-showing-no-internet-while-local-software-connects-fine-on-windows/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:57:48 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/fixing-browsers-showing-no-internet-while-local-software-connects-fine-on-windows/ Browsers have no internet but other local applications work just fine? In this article we have 3 methods to solve this issue. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-solve-telegram-messenger-no-longer-available/ Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:01:14 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-solve-telegram-messenger-no-longer-available/ Learn how to resolve the issue of Telegram being removed from the App Store due to regional restrictions. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-prevent-the-f1-key-from-opening-the-browser/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 16:33:05 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-prevent-the-f1-key-from-opening-the-browser/ F1 is the default help key in Windows 10/11. Pressing F1 often triggers the Edge browser to display help content, which can disrupt usage. Let's fix it. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-fix-office-activation-issue-with-one-click/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:51:07 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/how-to-fix-office-activation-issue-with-one-click/ To fix office activation issue, Microsoft has provided a registry repair tool that clears the activation information, allowing for re-activation. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/chinese-guy-fixed-his-surface-pen-using-a-gas-stove/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 08:27:25 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/chinese-guy-fixed-his-surface-pen-using-a-gas-stove/ Many Surface Pen users have encountered issues with the pen tip malfunctioning. A genius Chinese guy fixed it using a gas stove. Amazing! You must have a try. https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/an-all-in-one-solution-for-network-problems-on-your-windows/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:04:22 +0000 https://www.thewindows12.com/blog/an-all-in-one-solution-for-network-problems-on-your-windows/ Network problems are always annoying. It always takes a lot of time to fix. In fact, there is an built-in AIO solution for network problems.