Windows 10: How do I get my task bar to unfreeze?

Discus and support How do I get my task bar to unfreeze? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Sometimes when I'm running my HP laptop the taskbar will stop working, all of the icons are still there but it is impossible to interact with anything... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Jackson007_, Jan 26, 2025.

  1. JACKSON007_
    Jackson007_ Win User

    How do I get my task bar to unfreeze?


    Sometimes when I'm running my HP laptop the taskbar will stop working, all of the icons are still there but it is impossible to interact with anything on the taskbar using alt-tab does not work for switching windows and using the trackpad to switch windows/desktops doesn't work either. I've had times where alt-tab does work but instead of the normal alt-tab screen it shows a basic low-res window with the icons of the windows I have open, instead of the normal one which shows the contents of the windows. I've tried restarting my computer, which fixes the problem temporarily, but it inevitably

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    Jackson007_, Jan 26, 2025
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  2. ARVIND RAM
    Arvind Ram Win User

    Cannot modify Task Bar settings

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will be happy to assist you.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if the issue persists.

    • Right click on the Task Bar.
    • Uncheck the option " Lock the Taskbar."

    Hope this helps.
     
    Arvind Ram, Jan 26, 2025
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  3. SANTOSH_RAI
    Santosh_Rai Win User
    Task bar

    Hi Joe,

    Thanks for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    To assist you better, please provide few details.


    • Which 2nd Windows you are referring to?

    • Are you unable to view the task bar on your system?
    I suggest you, please provide the detailed description of your issue.



    Reply to us we will be happy to assist you.
     
    Santosh_Rai, Jan 26, 2025
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  4. MIKKY_888
    Mikky_888 Win User

    How do I get my task bar to unfreeze?

    how to successfully pin files to the task bar

    I use to be able to drag and drop files onto the task bar and they would reside withing the file list for that program. Since the recent upgrade it appears that I am not able to pin a file to the program on the task bar. Suggestions?
     
    Mikky_888, Jan 26, 2025
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