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Windows 11 apps like Notepad are suddenly broken with error 0x803f8001

Windows 11 is currently a minefield as a 0x803f8001 error blocks core apps. If your PC is refusing to open Notepad, you aren't alone.

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Published: 1/21/2026
Updated: 1/22/2026
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Windows Central reports on Windows 11 apps like Notepad are suddenly broken with error 0x803f8001

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Windows 11 users are having a nightmarish start to their day. The error code 0x803f8001 is appearing for many when trying to open apps on their PC. File system error (-2143322111) also appears on affected systems.

We've run into the issue when trying...

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Mike Chen2 hours ago

Finally some real action on climate change. This legislation is long overdue and I hope it passes quickly despite the opposition from oil-dependent provinces.

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Jennifer Walsh3 hours ago

As someone who works in Alberta's energy sector, I'm concerned about the economic impact. The transition fund sounds good in theory but will it actually help workers like me?