how to fix automatic repair error loop

Alejandro Correa 0 Reputation points
2026-10-01T19:56:09.1166667+00:00

Laptop WorkOne5 is stuck on Auto repair at startup.

Windows for home | Other | Recovery and backup
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  1. AI answer

    2026-10-01T19:56:23.6633333+00:00

    Try these steps in order:

    1. On the Automatic Repair screen, select Restart.
      • If Windows starts, install the latest Windows updates.
    2. If it returns to Automatic Repair, select Advanced options > Continue.
      • This exits the recovery screen and tries to start Windows normally.
    3. If Windows still does not start, go to Advanced options > Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair.
      • Startup Repair scans for common startup problems and tries to fix issues such as damaged system files, corrupted boot configuration data, damaged MBR, incompatible drivers, and registry errors.
      • If the device is encrypted, the BitLocker recovery key is required.
    4. If Startup Repair does not fix it, use System Restore from Troubleshoot > Advanced options > System Restore.
      • This restores Windows to an earlier working state.
      • Personal files are not changed, but recently installed apps and drivers might be removed.
    5. If the laptop keeps looping and recovery options on the device do not work, start the PC from Windows installation media and open recovery from there:
      • Boot from the installation media.
      • On Install Windows, select Next > Repair your computer.
      • Then select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair.
    6. If the screen is black with a blinking cursor or there are boot-loader errors such as missing or corrupted BCD, boot files, MBR, or boot sector, Startup Repair from installation media is the recommended first method.

    If Startup Repair completes, shut down the PC and turn it back on to check whether Windows starts normally.

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  2. Lester Bernard Reyes 85,915 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-10-01T21:42:45.2333333+00:00

    Hi, I'm Bernard. I'm happy to help!

    Have you noticed any changes before the issue started? And have you installed any hardware or software that may trigger the issue? While waiting for your response, kindly follow the steps below:

    Before doing the steps, make sure to remove all peripherals connected to your PC and just retain the Mouse, Keyboard, and Power source.

    First, we need to go to Windows recovery mode and try the options there:

    Restart the device 3-5 times until you reach Windows Recovery Mode, wherein you have the option to select Continue, Troubleshoot, or Exit.

    Or try to press and hold the Shift key while continuously pressing F8 while starting the PC

    Then, in Windows Recovery:

    Do System Restore:

    Click Troubleshoot> Advanced options> System Restore. Follow the prompts and choose the date when it was working fine.

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