Windows 10: Error Code when starting a new video recording in Windows Movie Maker

So I just opened up my Windows Movie Maker and was preparing to start up my podcast when I received an error prior to the countdown hitting zero and the timer beginning. I have never seen this error before, and I don't know how to fix it. So what does the error "output.startfailedgeneric" mean, and how can I resolve it so I can use my Windows Movie Maker again?

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Movie Maker does not record anymore

Hi,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and frustration you have been through. I will be glad to assist you.

As a first step, I suggest repair Movie Maker and check if it works for you. This is to check if there is any missing or damaged files for Windows Essentials.

Follow the steps below repair Movie Maker:

1. Press Windows + R, input AppWiz.cpl, then click
OK.

2. Search for Windows Essentials 2012 on the list and then select it.

3. Click Uninstall/Change.

4. Click Repair all Windows Essentials programs.

For further reference, you may refer to the following Microsoft Help article.

Movie Maker is not available for download on Windows 10

Keep us informed if the issue is resolved. We are glad to help you further.

Thanks

 

Windows Movie Maker video problems....

So what to do ?

 

My Movie Maker/Movie Maker - How do I get my files recognized by Movie Maker?

Hi Samantha,



Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.



Please let us know the following details to assist you better.

• What is the latest version of Movie Maker installed on your computer?
• Does this issue persist even with other file formats?
• Do you see any error code or error message on the screen?

To know the version of your Movie Maker, Open the Movie Maker, press
ALT + F and select About Movie Maker.

Refer to below article about “How do I fix common Movie Maker errors?” and check if you are able to work with Movie Maker:

Movie Maker is not available for download on Windows 10
(Applies to Windows 10 as well)

I suggest you to Uninstall and reinstall Movie Maker and check if it helps:

Refer to the below link to uninstall:

Windows Essentials
(Applies to Windows 10 as well)

Work around:

Refer to the below article about “Import photos and videos into Movie Maker” and check if it helps:

Import photos and videos into Movie Maker :

Movie Maker is not available for download on Windows 10

I hope the information helps. If the issue persists, please reply with the details and updated status of the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.



Thank you.