Using Procmon to Troubleshoot Skyrim Crashes on Startup

Are you struggling with your Skyrim game crashing on startup? If so, you're not alone. I recently encountered this issue myself, but was unable to figure out the cause. Fortunately, after discovering Procmon, a powerful tool from Sysinternals, I was able to identify and resolve the problem.

Procmon is a free Windows utility that logs what processes are running on your computer in real-time. This makes it an invaluable tool for system troubleshooting and malware hunting. You can set different filters to only show what processes you're interested in, such as Skyrim or TESV in my case.

To use Procmon, simply download the tool from the following link and extract the contents of the zip file. Run the ProcMon64.exe file as shown below.

Once launched, Procmon will begin monitoring your system's activity, including file system, Registry, and process/thread activity. You can then use the filters to narrow down the data to what you're looking for.

One of the unique features of Procmon is its ability to log events in a non-destructive manner, allowing you to review past activities even after closing the tool. This makes it easy to analyze system behavior over time and identify potential issues.

In my case, using Procmon allowed me to see that Skyrim was crashing due to a specific DLL file being loaded incorrectly. By identifying this issue, I was able to resolve the problem and get back to playing my game.

If you're experiencing similar issues with your games or applications crashing on startup, I highly recommend giving Procmon a try. It's free, powerful, and easy to use, making it an essential tool in any system administrator's toolkit.

For more information on using Sysinternals tools, please refer to the following guides:

* How to download and use Windows SysInternals tools locally

* How to Install Sysinternals from the Microsoft Store

* What is System Monitor and how to install and use it

* How to enable Automatic Logon on Windows 10

Additionally, you can take a tour of Sysinternals tools by visiting this link.

In conclusion, Procmon is an advanced monitoring tool that provides real-time file system, Registry, and process/thread activity. Its powerful features make it an essential tool for system troubleshooting and malware hunting. By using Procmon, I was able to identify and resolve the issue causing my Skyrim game to crash on startup. Whether you're a gamer or a system administrator, Procmon is definitely worth checking out.

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