This is basically a bug in Windows 10 update which will surely be solved in the future updates. Since Microsoft is rolling out updates fairly quickly, this was bound to happen. Although its inconvenient but the problem is solvable and the solutions given below works for the majority of users. So, start from method 1 and keep going on until the problem is solved. Uninstall any Antivirus that you might have especially if it is Norton. These Antivirus programs are known to cause issue so it’s good to uninstall them before following the methods given below. Once you are done, reinstall the Antiviruses because those are essential for the security of your system.
Method 1: PowerShell Command
Since the problem is with one of the Windows components i.e. Windows taskbar, you can solve it by running a command in the PowerShell and then deleting the folder associated with the taskbar. It has worked for many users and will most likely work for you as well. Note: Before starting to follow this method, make sure your Windows Firewall is running. If you don’t know how to turn on the Windows Firewall or whether it’s turned on/off then follow the steps given below
Now that the Windows Firewall is turned on and we are sure of it. Let’s start working on the solution for this problem. If you can’t delete the TileDataLayer folder then follow these steps Wait a couple of minutes after the folder is removed from the recycle bin. Then check if the issue is still there.
Method 2: PowerShell Command (Alternative)
This is another command that you can run in the PowerShell of Windows that have worked for plenty of users. Now check and see if the problem is solved or not.
Method 3: Checking for Updates
It is possible that a certain bug/glitch in the operating system is preventing the taskbar from functioning properly. Often, these bugs are fixed by new updates to the operating system. Therefore, in this step, we will be checking for new updates to the operating system.
Method 4: Performing an SFC scan
An “SFC” scan checks the computer for any corrupt or missing drivers and registry files. Therefore, in this step, we will be performing an SFC scan. For that:
Method 5: Creating a New Microsoft Account
Sometimes, certain user data might be corrupted. This corrupt data can interfere with certain elements of the operating system and prevent certain features from working properly. Therefore, in this step, we will be creating a new Microsoft Account to fix this issue. For that:
Method 6: Application Identity Service
Going into the services and turning on a service named Application Identity Service is also known to solve this problem for quite a few users. Once you are done, check whether the taskbar has started working or not.
Method 7: Safe Boot Option
Performing a safe boot has also worked for many users. But the real problem of going into the msconfig is that you cannot access your taskbar and start search so you have to make it work from another angle. The steps for accessing msconfig without using your start search or taskbar are given below. Once your computer has restarted, check whether the taskbar is working or not. It will most likely work this time.
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