Before we dive into the reset process, let's quickly discuss some common reasons why you might need to reset your Windows taskbar:
What happens? Your screen will flicker, the Taskbar will disappear for a second, and then reappear fresh. This resets the memory cache of the Taskbar without logging you out.
If restarting Windows Explorer doesn't resolve the issue, you can try resetting the taskbar settings to their default values.
Copy and paste this command: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"
To reset your Windows taskbar, you can perform a quick to fix glitches or use a PowerShell command to revert it to factory default settings.
The Windows Taskbar is the command center of your PC. It houses the Start Menu, pinned apps, system tray, and the clock. But what happens when it stops working correctly?
If none of the above methods work, you can try performing a System Restore to a previous point when the taskbar was working correctly.