Windows 10: Newest Windows cumulative update broke my start menu and settings

Discus and support Newest Windows cumulative update broke my start menu and settings in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; i tried EVERYTHING, from restarting to doing a image health check including restarting explorerI can't even uninstall the update with how the entire... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Scykalis, Nov 17, 2023.

  1. Scykalis Win User

    Newest Windows cumulative update broke my start menu and settings


    i tried EVERYTHING, from restarting to doing a image health check including restarting explorerI can't even uninstall the update with how the entire internet says you need the menu and settings to do itffs can microsoft make one quick fix to this or AT LEAST remote repair their broken **** OS

    :)
     
    Scykalis, Nov 17, 2023
    #1
  2. 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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    Newest Windows cumulative update broke my start menu and settings 317869d1612653239t-start-menu-list-settings-image2.png
     
  3. Arun B J Win User
    Start menu and action center is not working in Windows 10

    Hi,

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve the issue.

    Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.


    • What is the exact issue that you’re facing with Start menu?

    • Are you not able to open Start menu?

    • Are you getting any error message?
    I suggest you to follow the step below and check if it helps.

    Step 1: Check for the latest updates and install.


    • Press Windows logo key +R, enter
      MS-settings:
      and then press OK. This opens Settings.

    • In Settings, go to Update & security >
      Windows Update, and then select Check for updates. Install any available updates and restart your PC if required.
    Step 2: I suggest you to run
    Start menu troubleshooter. After you've completed the troubleshooter, restart your device.

    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Nov 17, 2023
    #3
  4. David Haz Win User

    Newest Windows cumulative update broke my start menu and settings

    Start menu

    Hello Elliot,

    May we know if you have made any software changes prior to the Start menu not opening?

    We suggest that you check any updates for you device, you may follow the steps below on how to check for updates without using the Start menu:

    • Press the Windows button + R, type
      ms-setting:
      , and then select OK. This opens Settings.
    • In Settings, choose Update & security >
      Windows Update
      , and then select Check for updates. Install any available updates and restart your PC if required.

    We look forward for an update from you.

    Regards.
     
    David Haz, Nov 17, 2023
    #4
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