How to troubleshoot CTD (crash to desktop) issues

Crash to Desktop (CTD) issues in Microsoft Flight Simulator can be frustrating. These crashes may be caused by various factors, including graphics settings or cache problems. To troubleshoot and resolve these issues, follow the steps outlined below.

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DEACTIVATE DX12 FROM MSFS GRAPHICS SETTINGS

1. Launch Microsoft Flight Simulator.
2. Go to Options > General > Graphics.
3. Find the DirectX 12 (DX12) setting and switch it to OFF.
4. Click on Apply & Save to confirm the changes.
5. Restart Microsoft Flight Simulator and check if the CTD issue is resolved.

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CLEAR THE ROLLING CACHE AND MANUAL CACHE

1. While in Microsoft Flight Simulator, go to Options > General > Data.
2. Scroll down to find the Rolling Cache Settings.
3. Click on 'Delete Rolling Cache' to clear it.
4. Similarly, under Manual Cache, select 'Delete' to clear any manually created cache.
5. Restart Microsoft Flight Simulator to apply these changes.
6. For detailed steps, refer to the official guide on How to delete the Rolling Cache and the Manual Cache.

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ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

1. Ensure that your graphics drivers are up to date.
2. Check for any available updates for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
3. Reduce graphics settings temporarily to see if it alleviates the CTD issues.
4. If using mods, try removing them to see if they are causing the issue.