Fixing Critical Thread Error 0x000001ED: A Comprehensive Guide

The HANDLE_ERROR_ON_CRITICAL_THREAD is a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error not frequently encountered, primarily affecting developers. However, should you come across this error, you can rectify it by following the steps outlined in this article.

How to Resolve HANDLE_ERROR_ON_CRITICAL_THREAD

1. Update Your System and Drivers

1. Click on the Start menu and select Settings.
   

   

2. Go to Windows Update and click on Check for updates.
   

   

3. Any available updates will be downloaded automatically in the background.

Besides updating your operating system, ensuring your drivers, particularly for your motherboard and graphics card, are current in Windows 11 is crucial.

2. Execute SFC and DISM Scans

1. Press Windows + S , type cmd, and select Run as administrator.
   

   

2. Next, enter sfc /scannow and press Enter.
3. Allow the scan to complete, then verify if the error is resolved.
4. If the issue persists, run the following command:
   DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.
5. After executing all scans, check again for the issue.

Keep in mind, each scan may take some time, so refrain from interrupting the process.

3. Boot in Safe Mode

1. Access the Start Menu, click the Power button, press and hold the Shift key, and then select Restart.
   

   

2. Upon restart, select Troubleshoot, then Advanced options, and finally Startup Settings.
   

   

3. Once your device reboots, choose Safe Mode with Networking.
   

   

4. After entering Safe Mode, determine if the issue still occurs.

If the problem is absent in Safe Mode, it implies that the issue might stem from one of your drivers or applications.

4. Uninstall or Reinstall Faulty Applications

1. Launch the Settings application, navigate to Apps, and select Installed apps.
   

   

2. Identify the problematic app, click on the three dots beside it.
3. Select Uninstall and follow the prompts to remove the application.
   

   

After uninstalling, check if the error has been resolved.

5. Analyze Event Viewer

1. Press Windows + X and select Event Viewer.
   

   

2. Navigate to Windows Logs followed by System.
   

   

3. Find the timestamp of the crash and look for any errors or warnings recorded before it to help identify the cause.

Although this won’t directly fix the issue, it can assist in diagnosing the problem, enabling you to conduct further research independently.

The HANDLE_ERROR_ON_CRITICAL_THREAD error can create significant complications. If none of the solutions are effective, you may need to restore your system settings or perform a factory reset of Windows 11.

Author: Egor Kostenko

My goal is to make complex technical topics simple and accessible. On this site, I gather unique and useful content that not only solves users’ problems but also helps them better understand the capabilities of Windows.