[26xxx.8474+] Windows 10 Start menu is no longer available
Author: zeldaoot6969Created May 16, 2026Updated Aug 27, 2026
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Before reporting your issue
- I have confirmed that this issue does not happen when ExplorerPatcher is not installed
- I do not have "register as shell extension" enabled
- I have tried my best to check existing issues
Repro ExplorerPatcher versions
ExplorerPatcher 26100.4946.69.6
Repro Windows Versions
Windows 11 Insider Preview Beta 26220.8474 x64
3rd party tweak software installed
None
Describe the bug
Install ExplorerPatcher Enable Windows 10 start menu Click restart file explorer
Expected outcome
Explorer starts normally and the Windows 10 start menu works
Actual outcome
The desktop loads normally, but the taskbar takes about 20 seconds to load, and when clicking on the start button, it looks like it was clicked but nothing happens.
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Source: valinet/ExplorerPatcher