This time, after updating to Windows 11 version 24H2, all icons displayed on the taskbar (Start buttonWe will introduce the causes and solutions when your device (or your smartphone) stops responding.
Version 24H2 has several known issues, most of which are still unresolved.
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The issue of the taskbar becoming unresponsive appears to occur only in some environments.
The root cause is likely the update KB5046617 released on 11/12/2024 that was applied after updating to version 24H2 and the user environment.
The taskbar stopped responding in my environment, but the update preview released on 11/21/2024 KB5046740 It was fixed by installing the .
KB5046740 isWindows Update screenIt will appear just below when you check for updates, or you can open "Advanced options" a little further down and then "Optional updates."
I think this issue can be mostly resolved by installing KB5046740.
If the taskbar is unresponsive and you cannot open the Windows Update screen, follow these steps to open it:
1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard.Task managerClick.
2. Click "Run a new task."
3. The "Create New Task" window will open, so enter the following command and press Enter.
ms-settings:windowsupdate
This will open the Windows Update screen.
2024 / 12 / 06:
We have confirmed that even after installing KB5046740, the taskbar may become unresponsive.
In this case, the temporary solution I found is to open the Task Manager.
Now when I open Task Manager the taskbar becomes responsive.
There are two ways to open Task Manager (either is fine):
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc on your keyboard.
- Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete on your keyboard and click "Task Manager."
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