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What Is a Windows Minidump?

A minidump is a smaller crash dump file that may retain bug-check data and module information for debugging.

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Meaning

A minidump is a smaller crash dump file that may retain bug-check data and module information for debugging.

How to use this information

It can contain sensitive information. Analyze it locally with official tools or share only through a trusted support channel.

Use the exact code together with the screen, Windows release, and recent changes. A definition does not diagnose your particular PC.

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