Windows 11 topics

Win11 File Explorer Address Bar Drop-Down Menu Freezes

AsherBowie — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:58:01 GMT

When you click the drop-down arrow in the File Explorer address bar to view the path history, the drop-down menu freezes for a few seconds or even causes the entire window to become unresponsive, requiring you to restart File Explorer to resolve the issue.

After updating to Windows 11, I can't type text into the Start menu search box

CelesteStarr — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:55:18 GMT

When I click the search box on the Start menu, the cursor blinks normally but the keyboard does not respond, and I cannot type any text. Restarting File Explorer or logging out and back in provides a temporary fix, but the problem reoccurs after a while.

It is recommended that Microsoft standardize the Windows 11 interface design

PandoraShadow — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:53:54 GMT

We recommend that Microsoft update the outdated interface elements left over from Windows 11 to align with dark mode and modern design language.

File Explorer in Windows 11 opens slowly, especially on computers with network drives

MaverickNexus — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:07:29 GMT

When opening File Explorer, the address bar takes a long time to load, and the green progress bar takes several seconds to appear—this is especially noticeable when the computer has a network drive or OneDrive mounted.

Wie kann ich meinen iPhone Bildschirm auf den PC übertragen?

Wrazil — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:06:51 GMT

Ich suche nach einer Möglichkeit, mein iPhone auf meinen Windows-PC zu spiegeln, um Inhalte wie Videos, Präsentationen oder Spiele auf einem größeren Bildschirm anzuzeigen. Ich habe bereits einige Tools wie die integrierte „Projektion auf diesen PC“-Funktion von Windows ausprobiert, aber sie scheint mit dem iPhone nicht zu funktionieren, und ich würde gerne wissen, ob es eine native oder zumindest zuverlässige und kostenlose Methode gibt, um iPhone auf PC spiegeln zu können, ohne dass ich dafür bezahlen oder mich in komplizierten Einstellungen verlieren muss – hat jemand eine bewährte Lösung oder einen Tipp für mich?

Bluetooth devices fail to reconnect automatically after waking from sleep in Windows 11

RileyMurphy — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:04:48 GMT

After the computer wakes up from sleep mode, paired Bluetooth mice or keyboards often fail to reconnect automatically. Users must manually reconnect them in the Bluetooth settings or remove and then re-pair them to resume use, which affects work efficiency.

Who came up with the idea of adding swipe gestures to media players?

Xollom — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:02:06 GMT

Whenever I drag or resize the window, the play/pause button is accidentally triggered, which is really annoying.

Windows 11で最適なディスク管理ソフトを探そう

Noanhuil — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:30:07 GMT

Windows 11に最適なディスクの管理ソフトウェアを探しているのですが、パーティションのリサイズ、ディスクのクリーンアップ、データ復旧などの包括的な機能を備えた信頼性の高い使いやすいツールを求めています。データの損失やシステムの不安定さを心配せずにストレージを効率的に整理できるソフトウェアを見つけたいです。Windows 11との互換性があり、HDDやSSDの管理に高度なオプションを提供するものが理想です。

こういったツールを使用した経験やおすすめのトップオプションがあれば、ぜひ教えてください。無料やオープンソースの効果的で使いやすい解決策に興味があります。Windows 11で最適なディスク管理ソフトを探そうための提案をお願いします。

WLAN options disappear after resetting the network in Windows 11

DashielQuinn — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:48:47 GMT

After performing a network reset, the Wi-Fi option disappeared from my computer. When I tried to manually start the WLAN Service, I received error 2: “The system cannot find the file specified.” I've tried all the solutions I found online, but none of them worked. Please help.

How to Fix Display Proportions When Enabling 125% Text Scaling in Windows 11

JaydenMiller — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:47:57 GMT

At 125% zoom, the File Explorer interface appears too large and out of proportion; I’d like to know if there’s a way to restore it to its normal appearance.

The Windows 11 25H2 update failed, and the computer automatically restarts when I shut it down.

Michael77 — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:45:52 GMT

I encountered error code 0x80070002 while updating to Windows 11 25H2. I’ve tried various commands and fixes I found online, but none of them worked. Now, my computer automatically restarts every time I shut it down, and I can only shut it down by holding down the Shift key. How can I fix this?

How to remove red eye from photos in Windows 11?

AnanyaNu — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:47:09 GMT

I'm looking for a way to remove red eye from photos in Windows 11. I want to find an easy and free method or tool that allows me to edit my images and fix red-eye issues without installing additional software. If there are built-in options or simple applications that can help me quickly correct this problem, I would appreciate any recommendations.

My goal is to enhance my photos and make them look more natural by eliminating the red eye effect. Please share any useful tips or tools available for Windows 11 users to accomplish this task efficiently.

Windows 11 PC randomly crashes - Different crash each time

Souiiti — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:53:24 GMT

My Windows 11 PC has been crashing randomly with a different error each time, making it impossible to pinpoint a single cause. The crashes occur unpredictably during various activities, and I've already checked for driver updates and run memory diagnostics, but the issue persists despite my troubleshooting efforts.

Wifi in refurbished PC cannot connect to network

Ayraopenm — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:49:00 GMT

My refurbished PC where the Wi-Fi is not connecting to any network, despite having a working internet connection on other devices. I have tried troubleshooting steps like restarting the router, resetting network settings, and updating Wi-Fi drivers, but the problem persists. The Wi-Fi icon shows that it is connected to the network, but there is no internet access, and I cannot browse or use online services. I am unsure if this is a driver issue, hardware fault, or configuration problem, and I would appreciate any guidance or solutions from the community to help me get my Wi-Fi working properly on this refurbished PC.

WindowsでUSBメモリをフォーマットするには？

psonanm — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:43:35 GMT

USBメモリのフォーマット方法について知りたいです。Windowsを使ってUSBフラッシュドライブを簡単にフォーマットする手順や注意点を教えてください。特にUSBメモリフォーマットの際にデータを安全に消去し、正常に使用できる状態にするためのポイントを知りたいです。初心者でもわかりやすく解説されている方法や、便利なツールがあれば教えてください。USBドライブを再利用したり、エラーを修復したりするために、正しいフォーマット方法を理解したいと思っています。

データのバックアップを事前に行う必要や、フォーマット後の設定についてもアドバイスをいただけると助かります。

How to deal with the Windows 11 bloatware?

HenryRobinson — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:20:35 GMT

I recently installed Windows 11 on my computer and noticed that it comes with a significant amount of pre-installed applications and background services—such as Xbox Game Bar, Copilot, News widgets, OneDrive, and various third-party apps—that I never use but which consume system resources, run in the background, and clutter my Start menu, making my PC feel slower and less responsive than it should be. I would greatly appreciate any advice on safe and effective methods to remove or disable this bloatware, whether through built-in Windows settings, PowerShell commands, or reputable third-party debloating tools, while ensuring I don't accidentally break essential system functions or compromise my security in the process.

Windows 11 PC Reinstall

Yarizon — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:21:16 GMT

What should i do before windows reinstall with usb ?

I dont need any files backup so no need for that , but fron what i saw i need to install windows in usb from microsoft site and then wifi and audio drivers

Is there anything else too?

What about lenovo vantage and nvidia software , will it work like before after reinstall

The windows 11 license key is linked with a diff microsoft account which i will not use in new laptop and will sign in with other microsoft account

So what will happen to my windows key ?

Microsoft could soon make Windows 11 updates far less annoying?

Jlaysia — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:15:45 GMT

It is reported that:

Microsoft could soon make Windows 11 updates far less annoying?

Is this true?

¿Cómo puedo grabar una pantalla en Windows 11?

Imansun — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:02:15 GMT

¿Cómo puedo grabar la pantalla en Windows 11? Quiero saber cuáles son las mejores formas o herramientas disponibles para grabar la pantalla en este sistema operativo.También me gustaría saber si hay alguna función específica llamada "grabar pantalla Windows 11" y cómo puedo acceder a ella. Además, si existen atajos de teclado o configuraciones rápidas para comenzar a grabar, agradecería mucho esa información.

Mi objetivo es poder grabar tutoriales, videollamadas o cualquier contenido en mi pantalla sin complicaciones y de manera gratuita. Agradecería cualquier consejo o método confiable para lograrlo fácilmente.

Why did my laptop suddenly become extremely sluggish and almost unusable?

Umadoim — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:37:34 GMT

My laptop has suddenly become extremely sluggish and almost unusable, with programs taking minutes to open, constant freezing, and high disk or CPU usage even when idle, and this started happening out of nowhere without any new software installations or hardware changes. Could someone help me diagnose the root cause by suggesting which system logs to check, what background processes might be misbehaving, or whether this could be a sign of failing storage, overheating, or malware, and what steps I can take to restore normal performance without reinstalling Windows?