Windows 10: Task bar not responding

Ok so about a week ago while my computer was on sleep mode it got unplugged and when i turned it back on it read "we couldn't sign you into your account". I managed to fix this by turning it off and on a couple times but now nothing on my computer that requires windows explorer works. Nothing on my task bar works, some apps in my files wont even open, and i cant even run commands to fix it, it just says i cant use them for some reason. I've tried multiple methods and even contacted Microsoft support and nothing has worked so maybe people on here can any help is appreciated.

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task bar not responding

Hi,

There are several possible reasons why the task bar is not working as expected. One of them may be caused by a corrupted user profile. In your case, we'd like to ask for additional information to help us determine the appropriate steps to solve the issue.
Please answer the following:

• Have you made any recent changes or installed updates before the task bar stopped responding?
• Was the task bar working after you have created the user profile?
• Have you checked if the issue also exists with the other user profiles?
• What build and version of Windows 10 are you using?

For initial troubleshooting, you can follow the steps in this article:
Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana.

We hope to hear from you soon.

 

Task Bar, Task manager and apps, all not responding, Windows 10

step 1 worked a dream. Had earlier tried everything suggested in these forums. nothing had worked to solve the problem. The media creation tool as suggested in step 1 did the trick. - it took several hours, but worth it.

ps. original complaint - non responding - and task manager - blank or useless.

 

Cannot modify Task Bar settings

Hi,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will be happy to assist you.

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if the issue persists.

• Right click on the Task Bar.
• Uncheck the option " Lock the Taskbar."

Hope this helps.