Windows 10: Windows Defender not completing scans other than quick scan

Discus and support Windows Defender not completing scans other than quick scan in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Windows defender will not complete any scan other than a quick scan. This problem has been occuring for a few months. Windows Defender is the only... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Keith Thompson4, Dec 30, 2024.

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    Windows Defender not completing scans other than quick scan


    Windows defender will not complete any scan other than a quick scan. This problem has been occuring for a few months. Windows Defender is the only antivirus installed on my computer, so it is not due to a compatibility issue. I have checked for updates, both for Windows and Defender itself, and there are none. I have tried using sfc, which did mot detect any issues. I tried deleting the scan history as was recommended in anohter post on a similar issue, but was not able to due to not being a privilidged enough user, despite being admin. Any advice would be appreciated

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