Windows 10: Still having a problem with Windows Explorer freezing taskbar.

Discus and support Still having a problem with Windows Explorer freezing taskbar. in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; My OS is completely up-to-date but this problem is still occurring. I know that I can open Task Manager and restart Explorer, but it's such a drag... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Dhorlin, Feb 19, 2020.

  1. Still having a problem with Windows Explorer freezing taskbar.


    My OS is completely up-to-date but this problem is still occurring. I know that I can open Task Manager and restart Explorer, but it's such a drag having to do that at least twice a day.

    Any fixes that you know about? Cheers m'dears.

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    /u/Dhorlin, Feb 19, 2020
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  2. Erika Aro Win User

    window file explorer freezes while black strip comes above the explorer window

    Hi Sunny,

    Windows Explorer freezes may be due to third-party programs or virus infection. As an initial troubleshooting step, temporarily disable your antivirus programs. After that, replicate the issue if it will freeze. You can enable your antivirus program after
    we troubleshoot.

    If the issue persists, you can try refreshing/restarting Windows Explorer by following these steps:

    • Open Task Manager by typing it in the Cortana search bar, then press Enter.
    • Look for Windows Explorer, then right-click it and select End task.
    • The taskbar will disappear at the bottom of your screen.
    • On the Task Manager, look for any installed application like your browser.
    • Right-click it and select the Open file location. A new window will appear.
    • Click the File tab and select Open Windows Powershell, then select Open Windows Powershell as administrator.
    • Type in explorer.exe and press Enter.

    It should put the taskbar back at the bottom of your screen. Check if it will freeze again.

    Keep us posted after performing the troubleshooting steps.
     
    Erika Aro, Feb 19, 2020
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  3. Arun B J Win User
    Cannot launch File Explorer from taskbar in Windows 10

    Hi Juzzy,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    • First unpin the File Explorer from the task bar.
    • Press Windows + E.
    • And right click on File Explorer in the taskbar.
    • And Pin the File Explorer to Taskbar and Check if it helps.

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
    Arun B J, Feb 19, 2020
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  4. Ralph Sta Win User

    Still having a problem with Windows Explorer freezing taskbar.

    File explorer icon from taskbar dissappears while working on it

    Hi,

    To assist you with your concern, we suggest you pin the File Explorer from the Start Menu by following these steps:

    • Click the Start Menu.
    • Right-click File Explorer.
    • Choose Pin to taskbar.

    If you need further assistance, feel free to reply to this post.
     
    Ralph Sta, Feb 19, 2020
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