Almost everyone is now using the Zoom app.
Zoom became so much popular after COVID hit the entire world.
Students and business people have installed Zoom on their PCs for online classes and business meetings.
Users like them are now facing the Zoom app crashing problem after switching to Windows 11.
But dont blame Windows 11 yet!
There are other reasons which can cause this problem.So, what are the other reasons?
Without further ado, lets begin!
Why Zoom Quits Unexpectedly on Windows 11?
Certain factors can make the Zoom app crash immediately.
If you are using Microsoft Power Toy, you might face Zoom quits unexpectedly.
Like me, you were also irritated when Zoom crashed unexpectedly.
After double clicking to open it, this app starts up and loading.
Within a few seconds, this app bombards me with Zoom quite unexpectedly messages.
Many reasons can cause this annoying issue, and I have mentioned a few earlier.
Now, lets dive into those reasons and how to fix them.
Thats where Zoom kicks in.
Zoom is now one of the most used online meeting platforms.
Students and teachers mainly depend on Zoom.
But it will be a ridiculous matter when Zoom crashes in the middle of a meeting.
Most users reported facing this issue rapidly after updating the OS to Windows 11.
Though Windows 11 is a new OS, Zoom can keep crashing due to bugs.
Windows 11 is not alone; there are other reasons behind this problem.
Here are the fixes for Zoom stopped working based on the reasons:
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Which will help you to increase your work productivity and efficiency.
Meanwhile, Power Toys can create issues with the Zoom app.
Those who are using Power Toys are facing Zooms sudden crashing problem.
But after researching a lot, I have found one solution to fix this.
Disabling the Video Conference Mute will solve the problem for you.
Now it wont crash again if the Power Toys caused the crashing problem.
If you are using Power Toys, follow the above steps to fix the issues with Zoom.
Update the Camera Driver
Zoom wont start up if your PCs webcam has a driver problem.
Sometimes camera cant open due to backdated driver.
So, updating the camera driver can solve the Zoom not opening issue.
After the installation, start your box to take effects.
fire up the Zoom app, and check is it running okay or not.
If backdated camera driver is creating the problem, updating the driver will solve the problem.
But before that, you check out how toFix Zoom Screen Share Not Working.
Rollback the Camera Driver
Sometimes updated camera drivers might not be compatible with the latest Windows 11.
If thats the case for you, have a go at roll back the camera driver.
It will solve the Zoom crashing issue.
fire up the app to check is it running without crashing or not.
Hopefully, this method will solve the issue if an incompatible camera drive is a culprit.
Check out our separate post on how tofix Zoom another meeting in progress error.
Change Zooms In-app tweaks
Changing some tweaks in the Zoom app will solve the unexpectedly crashing problem.
Sometimes tweaking the configs helps to overcome the softwares crashing problem.
Check out the easiest way tofix blue screen on Windows 11.
Sometimes running Zoom with the integrated graphics card can cause sudden app crashes.
Also, check out our separate post on how tofix Windows cant access online grid drive on Windows 11.
Update Windows
You should keep the Windows up to date constantly.
The updates come with several bug fixes.
Restart the PC and launch the Zoom app.
verify if the problem with Zoom persists or not.
Heres a complete guide on how torestore files from File History on Windows 11.
Try scanning and repairing the corrupted Windows system files to solve the Zoom app not opening problems.
I suggest you use the inbuilt System File Checker tool.
But before that, go through our epic guide onswitch domain controller on Windows.
attempt to perform a clean boot while starting the system.
Here are the steps clean boot your PC:
After that, power cycle your rig.
Now, your PC will open with a clean boot.
Launch the Zoom app and check the Zoom apps crashing issue.
I hope running your system with a clean boot will solve the specific problem with Zoom.
Pro Tip:you might try uninstalling the Zoom app and installing it again.
After a fresh install Zoom app might not show that crashing error again.
It will solve the issue.
FAQs
How to update my Zoom app?
To update, initiate the Zoom app first.
Then choose your profile and click onCheck for Updates.
If any update is available it will open a Window with the latest version details.
hit theUpdatebutton or you’ve got the option to choose theLateroption.
How to clear Zoom Local App Data & Cookies?
To clear Zooms Local App Data & Cookies tap on your profile which is in the upper right corner.
Now go toSettings > Zoom Apps > Zoom Apps Local Data & Cookies > Clear.
press theClearbutton again in the prompted window, after clearing all re-launch the app.
Is Zoom compatible with Windows 11?
Yes, Zoom is compatible with Windows 11.
To get a stable performance you will need to download Zooms 5.9.0 or higher versions.
Best of luck with the fixing!
See you at the next one.
