How to Use Malicious Software Removal Tool?
Automatic Mode: When you download MRT from Windows Update or Automatic Update feature in Windows, the tool will silently run a scan for malware. Any malware it will find is automatically removed. Detect Mode or Manual Mode: MRT can be use by simply executing mrt.exe from C:\Windows\System32 folder or by running command lines using command prompt in Windows. Newer operating systems with UAC enabled should make sure that the tool was executed with administrative privileges so that the tool can remove any malware it will find that requires admin permissions. You can also store and run MRT in any location of your hard-drive or in removable drive. The image at the left is an example of detect mode only using the command line mrt /N, where MRT is able to detect and report but not remove the detected malware. The image at the right is an example of running MRT without any other command but to automatically remove the detected malware.
