Windows 10 - Defender Offline Scan not working

The only thing that worked was to join the Windows Insider Program.  It sends out W10 updates/rebuilds.  And one of them fixed the issue.  So I suppose if I reinstalled W10, that might have worked. But doing so is a little intimidating and I didn't want to risk my existing content.  Wimp.

Hi Mav,

Aside from starting your PC in safe mode, have you also tried other steps provided in this thread?

Looking forward for your update.

Yes. The Splash Screen IS the WDO Scan itself. Once it finishes running your device will boot again and go back online.

The green bar moves as the Scan progresses.

See Scan Screen (Offline)

That is the screen for WD running sure 'nuff, Glenn. My screen above says "Defender Offline Scanning"

Here's a clearer picture I found on the Internet https://www.gigafree.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Windows-Defender-offline-scan9.jpg

That green bar moves as the scan progresses.

say OK. Now, forgive me, please if I express ignorance regarding the tech terminology. I assume that, by GUI, you mean this:

And that you select the "Scan Now" option. Which is what I do. But then mine does actually run the scan.  Could it be some third party software or even some Windows Beta software that others have installed that I haven't?

Just a thought....because if we're all using the same software it is really bizarre.

This is what happens on mine after I say  "Yes" to all the prompts:

Sorry for the blur...ain't got the hang of this Kindle Fire cam yet but it says it is doing the offline scan.