Windows 10: Start menu, closes itself as soon as i click anything within it. And search bar refuses to open

Discus and support Start menu, closes itself as soon as i click anything within it. And search bar refuses to open in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; When i click the start menu. Or just the windows button on my keyboard. The start menu appears as normal. But as soon as i click anywhere within it. It... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/STANN_co, Feb 16, 2020.

  1. Start menu, closes itself as soon as i click anything within it. And search bar refuses to open


    When i click the start menu. Or just the windows button on my keyboard. The start menu appears as normal. But as soon as i click anywhere within it. It closes itself again, i can't scroll down on the side, i can't search for stuff. If i click on an app it will open the app though, before closing the menu again.

    The Search bar, will flash as soon as i click on it. But i can't get to type or search for anything within it.

    I've tried several different powershell commands instructed by different forums with no luck. I also did the sfc /scannow thing and it fixed some driver problems apparently but not this issue. Please help

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    /u/STANN_co, Feb 16, 2020
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  2. 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, Feb 16, 2020
    #2
  3. Issues with accessing apps throuhg Start Menu and Search bar on windows10.

    Hi Indrik,



    I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with Windows 10. I will certainly help you.



    This issue might occur if some system files is corrupt.



    To assist you better, please provided us the information below:

    • Are you getting any error message when you click on Start Menu?

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided in Microsoft Help Article about Start menu issues and also try to start Windows Search service. Check if it helps.



    Step 1: I recommend you to refer to the suggestion provided in the Microsoft Help Article and check if it helps.

    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us...ubleshoot-problems-opening-start-menu-cortana

    Step 2: I suggest you to try to start Windows Search services
    and check if it helps.

    1. Press Windows Key + R Key.

    2. Type "services.msc" without the quotes and click on it.

    3. Search for Windows Search.

    4. Double click on it and under Startup type, select
    Automatic.

    5. Then click on Start button.


    Note: If you are not able to change the Startup type, then continue starting the service by clicking on Start button.

    Please get back to us with an update on issue with using Start Menu and search bar, we will be happy to help.



    Thank you.
     
    Nyima Yonten, Feb 16, 2020
    #3
  4. Start menu, closes itself as soon as i click anything within it. And search bar refuses to open

    Unable to access Start menu, Search bar, notification buttons on Task bar after install the Update KB3139907 on Windows 10

    Hi John,

    Thank you for responding.

    We are glad to know that you are able to access Search bar and notification center after performing the above troubleshooting steps.

    For the issues with Start menu, try the below steps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to run the below PowerShell command to re-register Start menu and check if it helps.

    Follow:


    • Right click on the Taskbar and select
      Task Manager
      from the context menu.

    • In the Task Manager window, click on
      File
      and on Run new task.

    • Type powershell, place a check mark on
      Create this task with administrative privileges
      and click Ok.

    • In the administrative Windows PowerShell window, carefully type the below command and hit Enter key from the keyboard.

    • Get-appxpackage -all *shellexperience* -packagetype bundle |% {add-appxpackage -register -disabledevelopmentmode ($_.installlocation + “\appxmetadata\appxbundlemanifest.xml”)}
    5. Once the command execution is completed successfully, close the PowerShell window and reboot/ restart the computer.

    NOTE: When you are running the PowerShell command, I recommend you to close all the apps on your system and try.

    If the issue still persists,

    Step 2: I suggest you to try the troubleshooting steps mentioned in the below Microsoft article and check if it helps.

    Get help with the Windows 10 Start menu

    Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of this issue for further assistance.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Feb 16, 2020
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