Malwarebytes is a popular antivirus software that helps protect your device from malware, adware, spyware, and other threats. It's important to run a full scan of your device with Malwarebytes to detect and remove any potential threats. In this article, we'll guide you through how to do a full scan with Malwarebytes step-by-step.

Step 1: Open Malwarebytes

The first step is to open Malwarebytes on your device. You can find the software in your applications or by searching for it in the start menu or search bar.

Step 2: Click on "Scan"

Once Malwarebytes is open, click on the "Scan" button in the dashboard. This will bring up the different scan options available.

Step 3: Choose "Custom Scan"

In the scan options, select "Custom Scan" to choose what areas of your device you want to scan. This will give you more control over the scan process.

Step 4: Select the Areas to Scan

Once you have selected "Custom Scan", you will see a list of areas to scan. Check the boxes next to the areas you want to scan, such as your hard drive or external devices.

Step 5: Choose Scan Type

After selecting the areas to scan, choose the type of scan you want to run. You can choose from three options: Threat Scan, Custom Scan, or Hyper Scan. For a full device scan, we recommend selecting Threat Scan.

Step 6: Start the Scan

Once you have selected all of the scan options, click on the "Scan Now" button to start the scan process. The scan may take some time to complete depending on the size of your device and the areas you've chosen to scan.

Step 7: Wait for the Scan to Complete

While the scan is in progress, you can monitor the progress in the Malwarebytes dashboard. It's important not to interrupt the scan process to ensure it's completed thoroughly.

Step 8: Review Threats Detected

Once the scan is complete, Malwarebytes will display any threats detected. Review the list of threats and decide whether you want to quarantine or remove them.

Step 9: Quarantine or Remove Threats

After reviewing the list of threats, you can choose to either quarantine or remove them. Quarantining threats will isolate them from your device, while removing them will permanently delete them.

Step 10: Restart Your Device

After removing or quarantining any threats detected, it's important to restart your device to ensure all changes have taken effect.

Conclusion

Running a full scan with Malwarebytes is an essential step in protecting your device from potential threats. By following these steps, you can ensure a thorough scan and removal of any detected threats. Remember to keep your antivirus software updated regularly to ensure maximum protection.

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