When it is prompted to run a scan the next time you restart the computer, type Y and click Enter. Next, type chkdsk /f/r and press Enter button. Hit Yes or Allow button to launch the CMD window. Right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator. Wait till the scanning process get completed. Select Full scan and hit the Scan Now button.In Windows Defender Security Centre, choose “Run a new advanced scan” option.Open Windows Defender and click on Virus & threat protection.Click Check for Updates button and allow Windows to check available updates.ĭownload and install updates if, any found and restart your computer to verify the file system error (- 2147219196) is solved.Type Windows update in the Cortana and select Windows Update Settings.

Resolution: How to Fix File System Error (- 2147219196)? Step 1: Update Windows

The error is seen after the recent Windows update as reported by several users. The “File System Error (- 2147219196)” appears when the user opens an image, file or try to move a folder in Windows 10 operating systems.

File system error when opening pictures