Windows 10: Windows 11: Programs won't launch until start menu is reopened and explorer opens unexpectedly

Discus and support Windows 11: Programs won't launch until start menu is reopened and explorer opens unexpectedly in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Since I upgraded my Surface Pro 7+ to Windows 11 I have experienced the following:When opening certain applications from the Start Menu, they will not... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Matthew Barker, Jul 4, 2023.

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    Matthew Barker Win User

    Windows 11: Programs won't launch until start menu is reopened and explorer opens unexpectedly


    Since I upgraded my Surface Pro 7+ to Windows 11 I have experienced the following:When opening certain applications from the Start Menu, they will not open without me reopening the start menu again. After opening the application the first time and closing it, it will then open straight away, without requiring the additional start menu opening. Very odd behavior.Affected applications include: Snipping tool, Notepad, and Spotify.From time to time I will be working at my computer and explorer will make itself to foreground application. I didn't click on it, it has just decided to jump to the fron

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    Matthew Barker, Jul 4, 2023
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