My start menu is not appearing when I click on it

[Realaim]

My start bar is not appearing whenever i press the key or mouse

[zoey7886]

@Realaim, Welcome to the HP Support Community!  

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding Start Bar Not Appearing Issue! 

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.  

If your Start bar is not appearing when you press the key or use the mouse, here are some steps you can follow to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:

Restart Windows Explorer:

• Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
• In the Task Manager window, find and select Windows Explorer from the list of processes.
• Click on Restart in the bottom-right corner of the Task Manager window.

Check Taskbar Settings:

• Right-click on an empty area of the taskbar if it is visible, then select Taskbar settings.
• Ensure that the Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode is turned off.

Use Windows Key + T:

• Press Windows key + T to toggle through open tasks on the taskbar. This can sometimes make the taskbar visible if it is hidden.

Run System File Checker:

• Press Windows Key + X and select Windows Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).
• Type sfc /scannow and press Enter. Allow the scan to finish and follow any prompts.

Update Graphics Drivers:

• Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers can sometimes cause display issues. Update your graphics drivers through Device Manager or download the latest drivers from the manufacturer's website.

Check for Windows Updates:

• Press Windows Key + I to open Settings, then go to Update & Security.
• Click Check for updates and install any available updates.

Run the Troubleshooter:

• Go to Settings (Windows Key + I), then navigate to Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
• Select Additional troubleshooters, then find and run the Windows Start Menu troubleshooter.

Create a New User Profile:

• Sometimes, user profile corruption can cause taskbar issues. Create a new user account and see if the issue persists.
• To create a new user, go to Settings (Windows Key + I), then Accounts > Family & other users, and click Add someone else to this PC.  

Hope this helps! 

Take care, and have an amazing day!  

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