Windows 10: Windows 11 - Missing Shutdown or Restart Option + Task Manager has been disabled by...

Hello, I am currently having difficulties with my Windows 11 laptop. Currently, there is no option to shut down or restart my laptop, either through Ctrl + Alt + Delete, or accessing through the power button. I've read that a common fix is to run "gpedit.msc", however, Windows also states that it is missing. Currently, the only way to shut down the laptop is through holding the power button. I am trying to not wipe out my laptop as I'm currently in the midst of exams + final projects, so would like some assistance! Thank you!

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Missing the Restart Process Option in Task Manager

I guess that you installed this: Get classic old Task Manager in Windows 10 You could try uninstalling it but in any case I don't see a process restart option in task manager.

I do see one in ProcessHacker:

So maybe consider installing it. Overview - Process Hacker

 

Missing the Restart Process Option in Task Manager

Some time ago (4/20/19), I replaced Windows 10 native Task Manager with the one from Windows 7. I actually don't remember why. Anyhow, I just realized that when I look at the process tab & right click a process, there's no option to restart. e.g.

Is there some way to get that option back? Actually, I'm not sure if my Task Manager substitute is still there. When I click Help>About, I see:

If I can't get that option back, is there a way to reinstall Windows 10 native task manager? Thanks in advance.

 

No restart button in task manager

another easy way to kill tasks, download and install Winaero Tweaker(free) and theres a setting to add a Kill non responding tasks using the desktop right click menu. When you place your cursor on the desktop anywhere and right click the option is at the top of the list, Very handy and you dont have to go through all those steps and well Winaero Tweaker has alot of cool Windows tweaks. Just posting a different suggestion, Im sure your ok with what was suggested here.