Windows 10: Is there a way to set the Start Menu to always be open, especially at logon?

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  1. LEWISCROW
    LewisCrow Win User

    Is there a way to set the Start Menu to always be open, especially at logon?


    I had assumed the Start Menu would be open by default each time I logon, but it isn't. How can I set it to always be open?

    :)
     
    LewisCrow, Nov 23, 2023
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  2. PAOLO MAG
    Paolo Mag Win User

    Start menu and settings both wont open.

    Hello Robert,

    As per the description of the issue, you are unable to open both Windows Settings and Start menu. For us to resolve this issue, we suggest that you perform troubleshooting. Here's an

    article     that you can go to. In here, you'll see solutions to resolve Start menu issues.

    To resolve Windows Settings issue, kindly follow the steps listed below:

    • Boot into Safe Mode.
    • Open a command prompt windows.
    • Type sfc/scannow, and then hit Enter.
    • Once it's finished, restart the computer to check if the issue still persists.

    If the issue still persists after doing the steps above, kindly refer to this
    link     for further troubleshooting.

    Let us know if the resolution provided works.
     
    Paolo Mag, Nov 23, 2023
    #2
  3. GHOT
    Ghot Win User
    Start Menu List - Settings

    You need to go one step further...

    Settings >Personalization > Start, then click as shown by the RED square...


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    Is there a way to set the Start Menu to always be open, especially at logon? 317869d1612653239t-start-menu-list-settings-image2.png
     
    Ghot, Nov 23, 2023
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  4. ANGUS
    angus Win User

    Is there a way to set the Start Menu to always be open, especially at logon?

    Settings can't be opened using the built-in administrator account


    Hello,
    Unfortunately I have the same issue as Dabz from upgrading win7 to win10.
    I've tried opening settings using all the suggested methods and it will not load using my account with Administrator access nor the built-in Administrator profile. I also tried other methods not listed such as using Run. Control panel is just a stepping stone to add users in Settings.
    I'm also having explorer.exe issues, which I believe is preventing Settings from loading.
    Using cmd (Admin) I successfully created a new user profile [and granted admin access also using cmd (Admin)], however win10 will not allow this account to log on. win10 does not list this new user within control panel but it does in the start menu. win10 will not allow to log in or switch to the new account via the start menu either.
    I can access settings in Safe Mode but this will not allow me to create a new account.
    Any help/suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
    Cheers
     
    angus, Nov 23, 2023
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