How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Scan an item with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
To scan specific files or folders, right-click a file or folder, select Show more options, and then select Scan with Microsoft Defender. When the scan is complete, you'll see the Scan options page letting …
Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
Learn how to use virus and threat protection options in Windows Security to scan your device for threats and view the results.
Stay Protected With the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender Antivirus continuously scans your device for potential threats and takes immediate action to neutralize them. This proactive approach helps to prevent malware infections and keeps …
Schedule a scan in Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Learn how to schedule a Windows Defender Antivirus scan at a time and frequency that you choose.
Getting started with anti-malware in Microsoft Defender
If you're concerned and want to have Microsoft Defender run a scan right now, you can do that by going to the Device protection page from the Microsoft Defender dashboard.
Starten einer Überprüfung auf Viren oder Schadsoftware in Microsoft ...
Wenn Sie vermuten, dass Ihr Gerät möglicherweise Schadsoftware enthält, sollten Sie Microsoft Defender eine Überprüfung ausführen. Hier erfahren Sie, wie Sie dies unter Windows, Mac oder …
Installing Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender is a new security app that helps protect you and your family across all your devices; Windows, Android, Mac, and iOS.
Een scan op virussen of malware starten in Microsoft Defender
Als u vermoedt dat uw apparaat mogelijk malware bevat, moet u Microsoft Defender een scan uitvoeren. Dit doet u als volgt op Windows, Mac of Android.
Troubleshoot problems with detecting and removing malware
Solve problems with detecting and removing malware with Windows Security, including incomplete scans, detection errors, and persistent malware.