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How to fix error 0x80070057 in Films & TV

ERROR_INVALID_PARAMETER: Invalid parameter.

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📅 Updated: 2026-08-12
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Fix based on community reports and expert analysis. Last verified: 2026-08-12 · How we verify fixes
Error Code0x80070057
Affected SystemFilms & TV (—)
DifficultyMedium
Estimated Time10 min

Solution Steps

  1. 1 Open the video in Films & TV.
  2. 2 Click 'Save a picture from video'.
  3. 3 Choose a local folder such as 'Pictures' or 'Desktop' instead of OneDrive, a network drive, or removable storage.
  4. 4 Open File Explorer and navigate to 'C:\Users\\Pictures'.
  5. 5 Confirm that you can manually create and delete a test file in that folder.
  6. 6 Open 'Settings' > 'Apps' > 'Installed apps'.
  7. 7 Find 'Films & TV' and select 'Advanced options'.
  8. 8 Click 'Repair' and test again.
  9. 9 If the issue persists, select 'Reset' in the same 'Advanced options' page.
  10. 10 Restart the app and test the screenshot feature again.

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