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Reset Start Menu Layout Windows 10

Success is neither magical nor mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying basic fundamentals.

— E. James Rohn.

Just recently on my Windows workstation a bug occurred on which the Recycle Bin doesn’t refresh its icon on desktop. I know for a fact that I’ve recently deleted some file so there should be contents inside the bin.

Let’s jump in!

What are the steps to reset explorer?

Here are the steps I’ve created for when I do not need to restart the PC to reset overall explorer settings or when its has flaw.

  1. Open the “Run command” window by pressing WIN+R.
    (i.e. hold down the Windows key and then press R.)
  2. Type cmd at the prompt, and press Enter.
  3. Wait for the command prompt to open.
    (It will be a flashing cursor block.)
  4. At the command prompt, type this: taskkill /IM explorer.exe /F You should notice these all vanish: Start Menu, Taskbar, any open File Explorer windows.
  5. Type this at the command prompt explorer.exe. Now those components should all load back in.
  6. Close the command prompt and try the Start Menu or Desktop. Hopefully it should have refreshed.

That’s it all done!

Conclusion

If there is a bug, there is always a workaround. Anyways, I’ve already reported the bug Microsoft feedback.

Follow me for similar tips and tricks at @ffimnsr.

By Edward Fitz Abucay

"How long is forever?"

I'm a software engineer with a passion for innovating and creating products, especially for startups in the web3 and blockchain space. I'm always excited to learn and work with new technologies, and I'm committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of my clients or users.

In my free time, I enjoy listening to music of all genres, but classical music holds a special place in my heart. I find it both inspiring and calming, and it helps me to stay focused and creative. I'm also an avid reader of books and manga, and I enjoy discovering new authors and stories.

As a software engineer, I have a strong technical background with experience in various programming languages, frameworks, and tools. I'm always striving to improve my skills and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices. I love working with startups, especially those in the web3 and blockchain space, because I believe that these technologies have the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work.

Overall, I'm a dedicated and driven individual with a wide range of interests and skills. I believe that my passion for software engineering, combined with my love of music and reading, makes me a well-rounded and adaptable professional.

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