Windows 10: my taskbar disappeared windows 11

my taskbar and start button disappeared randomly. how do i get it back. I tried going to Taskbar behaviours and clearing the Automatically hide the taskbar but it was already cleared.

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Taskbar unresponsive in Windows 11 (Beta+Dev)

This Disappeared Taskbar/Start Menu in the Windows 11 update problem and how to fix it was in WindowsCentral under the news article "Latest Windows 11 Beta and Dev builds causing Start menu, taskbar to disappear for many. Here's how to fix it"

YES, those noted steps would resolve the problem. Since I experienced it, I then did these steps and it worked. That CMD line is the FIX. NOW my Windows 11 is back to normal. Thank you. I had to Google all that first to get there.

 

Taskbar disappeared

Dear Saad_353,

Welcome to the Microsoft Community



I apologize for the inconvenience caused by the taskbar and Windows Explorer issues on your Windows 11 system. We understand the frustration and the impact it may have on your productivity, especially when access to crucial files and applications is affected.

Based on the comprehensive description you provided, it seems that you have already undertaken various troubleshooting measures without achieving the desired outcome. In order to provide you with more targeted assistance, could you kindly share the exact version number of your Windows 11 system? There is a recent known issue related to the taskbar, which exhibits symptoms similar to those you described. To gather further details about this matter, please refer to the "Known Issues" section available at the link provided below:

May 29, 2024—KB5037853 (OS Builds 22621.3672 and 22631.3672) Preview - Microsoft Support

Considering the importance of retaining your valuable data, we recommend pursuing the following suggestions to potentially resolve the issue:

1. As mentioned in the update announcement, please try downloading the latest patch package and installing it on your system. This step aims to address the taskbar-related concern and may potentially resolve the issue you are experiencing.
   
   Microsoft Update Catalog
   
2. Another approach to consider is performing an "In-place Install," which refreshes your Windows files and operating system without removing any personal data or installed applications. You can follow the steps outlined in the accompanying guides to proceed with the in-place installation.
   
   How to run In-place upgrade in Windows 11 - Microsoft Community
   

We kindly request that you carry out these suggested steps and provide us with an update on their outcomes. We eagerly await your response and will continue to assist you throughout the resolution process.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.



Best Regards,

Martin | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Taskbar doesn't disappear when entering fullscreen

I tried the Ctrl-Alt-Del and found Windows Explorer. Unfortunately, I didn't choose Restart; I killed the process. (didn't read the instructions well enough!) :-/ ... I did eventually find a way to Restart Windows Explorer, but the problem (disappearing Task bar not disappearing/reappearing as it should/used to) did not solve itself. I then RESTARTED the PC. Still not fixed.

So, I found another answer from microsoft and followed those steps. It worked! (needed the display driver updated.)

Here's that set of instructions:

I suggest you to try updating the Display Adapter drivers check if it works for you.

Follow the steps to update the Display driver:

Press Windows Key + X key and click Device Manager.
Expand ‘Display Adapters’.
Right-click on the Display Adapter listed and click on ‘Update Driver Software’.
Select the option to automatically search for the updated driver software.
Restart the computer after its updated and verify.

Also try to access the computer manufacturer's website and download the latest chipset and display drivers for your computer and install the same.