Windows 10: My start menu opens spontaneously

Discus and support My start menu opens spontaneously in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have this issue on two Windows 10 machines. One is a Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Yoga 2nd gen, I think, and the other is a desktop that I built myself. On... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by 123Forman, May 31, 2020.

  1. 123Forman Win User

    My start menu opens spontaneously


    I have this issue on two Windows 10 machines. One is a Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Yoga 2nd gen, I think, and the other is a desktop that I built myself. On both machines it can happen when my hands are away from the keyboard, mouse, and trackpad. This is especially annoying when I am playing full screen games with friends.


    I have had this problem for at least three years, but recently, on a few occasions it has gotten to be more of a nuisance.


    Thanks for any advice on this issue. I had read through posts of people having the same issue and tried to follow suggestions, but I would like to avoid reformatting my machines. In any case, this can't be entirely caused by manufacturer software as it has been for some Asus users, as one of my computers is a home build.

    :)
     
    123Forman, May 31, 2020
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  2. Windows 10 Start Menu won't open.

    Hi Dougie,

    Corrupted system files could be one of the reason why Start Menu is not opening.

    As an initial troubleshooting, we suggest following the steps listed in this article:
    Troubleshoot problems with the Start menu or Cortana
    see if it helps resolve the issue.

    Update us with the outcome so we can provide further assistance.
     
    Ronalene Mat, May 31, 2020
    #2
  3. Start Menu Search

    Hi,

    About your issue regarding the Start menu or Search, in order for us to assist you better. Please answer the question:

    • Were there any recent changes made to your system prior to the issue?

    In the meantime, we suggest you to check this link:
    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana
    . It contains troubleshooting steps prior to the issue.

    We'll look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, May 31, 2020
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  4. My start menu opens spontaneously

    Start menu not working

    I found the following article, ran the suggested powershell command and my start menu is working again. Here it is as I found it:
    Go to Start menu button and right click on it. This will open the contextual menu, after which you need to select Command Prompt (Admin). Once Command Prompt is open, go ahead with the following steps.

    • Type and enter: Powershell
    • Type the following: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}
     
    Don Donadio, May 31, 2020
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