Windows 10: Tried to run File Explorer from pin on Taskbar and got error

Discus and support Tried to run File Explorer from pin on Taskbar and got error in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Just added a new local account with 20H2 and tried to run File Explorer from the pin on the Taskbar and got this: [img] 174977 Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by rdwray, Feb 26, 2021.

  1. rdwray Win User

    Tried to run File Explorer from pin on Taskbar and got error


    Just added a new local account with 20H2 and tried to run File Explorer from the pin on the Taskbar and got this:

    Tried to run File Explorer from pin on Taskbar and got error [​IMG]

    :)
     
    rdwray, Feb 26, 2021
    #1
  2. Ralph Sta Win User

    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 26, 2021
    #2
  3. Pin File Explorer to Taskbar

    I have gone through all of the recommended steps for pinning File Explorer to the task bar and nothing works. Any suggestions as to why this is happening?

    [Original Title: File Explorer]
     
    TammyGray1006, Feb 26, 2021
    #3
  4. Arun B J Win User

    Tried to run File Explorer from pin on Taskbar and got error

    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 26, 2021
    #4
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