Windows 10: Unable to Launch Apps from Start Menu

I just upgraded from 10049 to 10061 using Windows Update and found that I cannot launch apps I have pinned to the Start Menu. 'This PC' was the first I tried and then several folders and applications I use often do no open when I try to open them from the Start Menu. I get a brief blink and nothing happens. They all open happily if I do so through File Explorer. Is this a problem with 10061 or, most probably, am I doing something wrong?

Thank you.

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Unable to launch/use start menu, apps.

Original Title: Jeff

Hi

I have a problem since downloading windows 10 and after the first update I cannot launch the start menu, therefore cannot access any apps.

I also have a problem that when I right click on any icon on the task bar it does does display the options to open/ close etc

Thanks fo ryour assistance in advance

Jeff

 

Unable to launch/use start menu, apps.

Hi Jeffery,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I apologize for the inconvenience that you are experiencing. I will definitely assist you.

- Are you using Microsoft account or local account?

I suggest you to check if the issue persist in safe mode.

Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-ca/windows-10/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode

Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers. It can help you troubleshoot problems on your PC. For example, if the problem doesn't happen in safe mode, you'll know default settings and basic
device drivers aren't causing the issue.

If the issue does not persist in safe mode, I suggest you to create a new user account and check.

To create a new user profile follow the below steps:

Follow the steps given below:

1. Click on Start and go to setting.

2. Select Accounts.

3. Click on family and user.

4. Under “Other user” click on “Add someone else to this PC”.

5. Follow the instructions and check if it helps.

Hope the information helps, if you have any further queries, feel free to post. We are here to assist you.

Regards,

Guru Kiran

 

It is a known issue
windows-10-technical-preview-build-10061-now-available

 

Use this tutorial, create an ISO and do a clean install

ESD to ISO - Create Bootable ISO from Windows 10 ESD File

 

I had the same issue as the OP(and others) and when I did a clean instillation it went away.