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Stop Start Menu From Resetting to Default Automatically
Corrupt system files can cause this problem
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Updated onMarch 29, 2024
updated onMarch 29, 2024
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The Start menu is the home for all the apps and features on your computer. Many users complain about their Start Menu resetting to default automatically when they reboot their computers. It is annoying because it discards earlier set Start menu customization.
Also, users report thecritical error Start menu isn’t workingon a Windows PC. Check our guide for ways to fix it.
Why does the Start Menu reset to default automatically?
The Start menu resetting to default whenever you restart your system can be due to many factors. Some factors liable to cause the issue are:
Other factors not mentioned above can cause the issue. We’ll take you through some basic steps to fix the problem.
How can I stop the Start Menu from resetting to default automatically?
Go through the following before trying any advanced troubleshooting steps:
If you can’t fix the problem, proceed with the solutions listed below:
1. Run SFC and DISM scans to repair system files
Running the SFC and DISM scans will detect and repair corrupt system files causing the issue on your PC. Read abouthow to fix the run as administrator option if it’s not workingon your PC.
2. Uninstall recent Windows updates
Uninstalling the recent Windows update will delete the last build causing the Start menu to reset. Read our guide onhow to uninstall updates on Windows 11for more steps.
3. Re-register the Start Menu
Re-registering the Start menu will refresh its processes and fix issues affecting it. You can check our guide aboutPowerShell not showing the full outputand some fixes to get it working if you experience it.
4. Run System Restore
System Restore backdates your system to the select restore point and fixes issues causing the netfilter2.sys errors. Checkhow to fix Restore Point if it’s not workingand if you have any issues running it.
Additionally, you can try an alternative to the manual process above, such asdedicated repair softwareto solve this situation in no time.
It is a safe and automatic program that helps you repair your device by removing malfunctioning files detected during the scan and replacing them with fresh Windows files from its substantial database.
5. Create a Start menu backup
The above commands will create a backup of your Start Menu and allow you to refer to it whenever needed.
Read our guide onwhat to do if Command Prompt keeps crashingon your PC.
Conclusively, our readers can check our fixes for theStart menu not workingon Windows 11. You can also readhow to customize the Start Menuin Windows 11.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
Windows Software Expert
Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
