Problems with Windows 10 taskbar shortcuts
Problems with Windows 10 taskbar shortcuts
You're experiencing a problem with the right-click menu on the taskbar not functioning properly for multiple windows from that area. This issue also appears with applications like Steam, where right-clicking creates an empty space. The problem persists even when using Safe Mode, and running sfc /scannow didn't resolve it.
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The Windows upgrade procedure isn't functioning properly. It fails completely about half the time and introduces problems like the ones you're experiencing now. The situation is expected to deteriorate further, leading to crashes, failed updates, increased disk usage, and more. The recommended solution is a complete reinstall, which was the original plan.
Do you have a secondary copy? Since reversing the upgrade can damage the system, you might need to restore everything from another storage device or purchase a fresh SSD/HDD. Clearing the installation would be the next step.
I sensed potential problems with version 10 repeatedly—upgrades and clean installs always failed. Every time I tried, things went wrong. Fortunately, my documents and downloads were saved on a separate drive, which helped reduce the frustration during the reset. Cleaning up the software and removing unnecessary files from Windows 10 was also necessary to fix issues like silent app installations and restoring the open command window option. Uninstalling all the bloatware from 10 made a big difference. I’ll have to wait until it works properly, so everything runs smoothly for school and other tasks.