Corrupt-Windows-File-Repair.txt How do I uncorrupt a corrupt file? Try these fixes to see if you can get to the bottom of your corrupt file error. Perform a check disk on the hard drive. Running this tool scans the hard drive and attempts to recover bad sectors. ... Use the CHKDSK command. ... Use the SFC /scannow command. ... Change the file format. ... Use file repair software. https://www.lifewire.com/fix-corrupted-files-4705951