Start Menu Not Opening Windows 11 Fix [2026]

Quick Answer: Start menu not opening due to Explorer crash or corruption. Restart Windows Explorer in Task Manager.

Fix

Task Manager → Windows Explorer → Restart

Settings → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters → Start Menu

Settings → Accounts → Add account → Test if works in new profile

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Works on Windows 10 & 11 · No credit card required