Dump Location ((better)) - Windows Crash

You cannot open .dmp files with Notepad; they are binary data. You need specific tools.

You can confirm exactly where your system is configured to save these files by following these steps: A process crashed in windows .. Crash dump location windows crash dump location

Because these files are system protected, you need administrative privileges to view them. You cannot open

Windows crash dump files are primarily stored in two default locations depending on the type of error and your system settings. Common Default Locations windows crash dump location

Similar to BlueScreenView but offers a more detailed "explanation" in plain English rather than just technical codes.