Windows 10: mouse click not working on desktop but works on task bar and elsewhere.

First noticed this behavior after logging in with splashtop. The mouse cursor showed the busy pointer when hovering over the desktop. I accessed the system directly (got between chair and keyboard) and observed that I could not click on any shortcut or folder. Task bar was fine. Keyboard ok except for windows key. I could type in the search windows, start Edge or any app, etc. Thinking this was an anomaly in the remote desktop program I restarted splashtop and then found and down loaded a newer version of the streamer. I have used splashtop since it came out and the only problem I have ever seen was the occasional time the caps lock is inverted due to me leaving it on when exiting the connection.


I would like to avoid rebooting as this system provides some network services so I was wondering if there is something I can try to clear up the problem and avoid rebooting.


I tried looking in the event viewer and immediately got a snap-in error when attempting to view "application errors" and the panel closed. A second attempt worked (unlike custom filters) and I saw a lot of "logging" errors. I frequently check evens as this is also a Visual Studio development system and I do no recall seeing any "logging" errors before. I assume this is just a coincidence as there is always a lot of ignorable errors listed especially in "system"

Anyway, if I can get a suggestion in the next hour or so I will try it else I will have to reboot.

svchost (2084,R,98) TILEREPOSITORYS-1-5-18: Error -1023 (0xfffffc01) occurred while opening logfile C:\WINDOWS\system32\config\systemprofile\AppData\Local\TileDataLayer\Database\EDB.log.

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Spinning cursor on task bar for work desktop

Hello TaraKelley,

For us to better assist you, kindly provide the following information:

• Confirm which build is currently installed on your device. To check, follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + R, then type in winver.
• Click OK.

• Were there any recent changes made prior to this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you download and run the Start menu troubleshooter on this
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We look forward to your response.

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search does not work in task bar. DOES work in File Explorer

Task bar search does not work and I have tried all of the recommended steps. Had to recently reinstall Windows 10 64b (preserved personal data) and the search has not worked since.

Suggestions? Recommendations?

Thx

 

Mouse not working

Hi MaalisuoKofi,

It appears that your mouse is no longer detected on your computer. The possible reasons why its no longer working could be hardware or driver issues. For us to isolate and address this issue, we would like to ask the following information:

• Are you using a laptop or a desktop computer?
• If a desktop, are you using a USB or wireless mouse?

Since the issue appeared after an OS installation, we suggest that you run the hardware troubleshooter. Follow these steps:

• In the Cortana search, search for Troubleshooting.
• Click Troubleshooting in the search results.
• In the left pane, click View all.
• Locate and click Hardware and Devices.
• Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions.

You may also refer to Mouse, touchpad, and keyboard problems in Windows for more information.

Looking forward to your reply.

Regards.