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Machine Configuration: Explorer hangs on Save As — Issue with managed Windows device

Problem description I am experiencing an issue where the Windows File Explorer hangs when I try to use the 'Save As' dialog on a device managed through Intune. This problem started on April 1, 2026, and occurs specifically on managed devices, but not on…

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asked 2026-09-25T07:32:05.6066667+00:00
Jamie Morrison 5 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-09-27T18:43:34.25+00:00
Chance Maurice Niyonzima 250 Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer

I opened a case with MSFT in 2024 and the approved change has never been implemented

I opened a case with MSFT in 2024 and the approved change has never been implemented I cant find the case number but I believe it was either opened under my ******@bloomberg.net email or ******@bloomberg.com. Can only receive emails via the .net…

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asked 2026-09-23T17:09:03.1233333+00:00
Ed Vincent 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-24T01:47:54.8733333+00:00
Daphne Huynh (WICLOUD CORPORATION) 1,570 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers

Task Manager shows -2147483247% CPU usage when opening the Performance tab

My system is running Windows 11 Pro for Workstations, build 26200.8655, with a 250K Plus CPU. When I open the Performance tab in Task Manager, there's a random chance (I’d estimate around 10%) that the CPU performance thumbnail on the left side turns…

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asked 2026-06-27T08:13:00.34+00:00
Suchang Feng 25 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-23T15:11:09.9233333+00:00
obrus 15 Reputation points
1 answer

Let Windows Feature Experience Pack access the file C: \Users\User\AppData\Local\packages \MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy \Settings\settings.dat?

Hello, we are experiencing odd messages everytime a user logs in. We use Citrix Daas local (VDA) to deploy a golden image via PVS. Since the last Updates all users get this message when they log in: These messages will appear everytime no matter what…

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asked 2026-09-10T13:33:31.94+00:00
edited a comment 2026-09-10T14:45:12.15+00:00
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How to view thumbnails in details mode in Windows 11?

Hello, I am trying to assist a client with viewing thumbnails in details mode in Windows 11. Is there a way to do this? Everything I'm seeing online seems to indicate that the user has to be in either 'Medium' or 'Large' icons view or Content mode or…

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asked 2025-11-12T22:04:36.1066667+00:00
Steve 20 Reputation points
commented 2026-08-27T09:45:54+00:00
Alexander Tavener 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Multiple windows keep opening after windows update on Tuesday

After installation of MS Update, Installation Successful: Windows successfully installed the following update: Security Intelligence Update for Microsoft Defender Antivirus - KB2267602 (Version 1.455.439.0) - Current Channel (Broad) Multiple windows open…

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asked 2026-07-31T12:32:20.09+00:00
Crawford, Leslie 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-31T17:57:22.58+00:00
mirha fatima 0 Reputation points
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Taskbar Disappears on Asus devices on applying ApplicationLaunchRestrictions from Applocker CSP

Hi everyone, We're seeing an issue on a subset of Windows 11 ASUS devices after applying an Application Launch Restrictions of Applocker CSP on adding a whitelist of a few custom apps. …

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asked 2026-06-30T13:01:41.1133333+00:00
Sam Doe 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-30T14:10:00.2333333+00:00
Harry Phan 33,320 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How to fix Post-login black screen and UI hang, Desktop Window Manager (dwmcore.dll) crashes with 0xc00001ad after nvlddmkm TDR reset?

Summary of Issue After I log into Windows, the system frequently gets stuck on a black screen. The PC remains powered on, but the desktop does not render, and the UI is unresponsive. The only workaround is to keep moving the mouse cursor continuously for…

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asked 2026-06-25T01:57:21.68+00:00
Alwandia Ridwan Wadiska 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-26T07:03:52.4866667+00:00
Xuan Nhu 1,290 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

how to fix lag

using anmation and more non effective and some time stuck the os its irritating moments are i dont like

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asked 2026-06-22T12:54:29.7933333+00:00
Praveen C 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-22T13:42:39.81+00:00
HLBui 13,020 Reputation points Independent Advisor
6 answers

Taskbar Calendar

I am really disappointed that Windows 11 has disabled the calendar, when clicking on the date and time in the task bar. I often use this when working in a document or website and need a quick overview to see what the date will be in a few weeks. It has…

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asked 2025-11-12T16:24:52.55+00:00
Rohde, Mary P 10 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-21T16:40:36.6933333+00:00
TomHarmon-2864 0 Reputation points
3 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 11 Start Menu/Search hangs and Windows Hello for Business will not provision

Subject: Windows 11 Start Menu/Search hangs, AppX errors for Workspace ONE, and Windows Hello for Business will not provision Hello Microsoft Support, I need assistance with a Windows 11 device where the Start Menu and Windows Search freeze or stop…

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asked 2026-06-17T10:50:21.75+00:00
7s aljohni 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-06-21T09:17:51.56+00:00
7s aljohni 20 Reputation points
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Windows 11 Running Slower After Recent Update – Anyone Else Experiencing This

After installing the latest Windows 11 update, I've noticed slower boot times and occasional lag when opening applications. I've already checked startup programs and disk usage, but the issue persists. Has anyone else experienced similar performance…

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asked 2026-06-03T12:27:15.74+00:00
david james 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-03T13:33:16.3533333+00:00
Tracy Le 13,050 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Shell Launcher V2 crashing on Windows 11 IoT Enterprise when replacing Explorer.exe

Is Shell Launcher V2 unstable with legacy multi-window applications?

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asked 2026-05-19T14:05:01.44+00:00
Baldwin Galdino 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-19T14:40:43.7266667+00:00
Harry Phan 33,320 Reputation points Independent Advisor
6 answers

Multiple windows pop-up while using alt+tab command

Multiple windows pop-up while using alt+tab command

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asked 2026-04-06T10:19:55.0166667+00:00
Mrugank Patel 5 Reputation points
answered 2026-04-23T06:28:36.4333333+00:00
Ivy Bui (WICLOUD CORPORATION) 515 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
5 answers

An Advanced Question Regarding Windows Image Management

Hello, I have a question about an advanced Windows distribution image. As we know, we can convert \sources\install.swm to wim with the following command: dism /export-image /sourceimagefile:<drive>:\sources\install.swm…

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asked 2026-04-05T14:31:49.34+00:00
NPLGlitcherPatcher 350 Reputation points
commented 2026-04-11T11:20:06.9766667+00:00
NPLGlitcherPatcher 350 Reputation points
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Laptop CPU is maxing out when hardly anything is open

Hi guys. I'm desperate for ideas please. I'm having an issue with my employer-provided laptop that my employer's tech people can't figure out after 6 months. At about midday (+/- an hour) each day, the CPU suddenly fluctuates between about 70-96%,…

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asked 2026-03-16T00:04:02.1666667+00:00
Sharyn Bartlem 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-03-25T23:30:21.9866667+00:00
Sharyn Bartlem 0 Reputation points
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after get the update patch from Microsoft on my samsung galaxy book4 laptop my c drive showing access denied

We are having 400 plus samsung laptops in our company I would like to inform you that the updated released from Microsoft on 27th February and 11th March 2026, we are facing an access error on my c Drive on my Windows 11 Professional 25H2 Laptop samsung…

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asked 2026-03-16T06:49:14.62+00:00
edited an answer 2026-03-25T03:42:11.73+00:00
Quinnie Quoc 11,850 Reputation points Independent Advisor
3 answers

Task manager performance Tab graph colours colors are the same

I have multiple NICs in a computer, Task Manager lets me choose which NIC displays in the bottom key panel, but since the colors are "set" and not automatic, all nics graph in pink. Which means that all you can see is the instantaneous value,…

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asked 2026-03-13T11:29:23.2666667+00:00
Conrad Braam 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-03-16T08:15:33.2566667+00:00
VPHAN 44,700 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Most of the icons on my taskbar aren't showing. They are just grey.

the icons on my taskbar are not showing but only grey boxes. Although I can open the app by clicking the icon but it still doesn't show. I have added the image below.

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asked 2025-09-03T14:59:58.8166667+00:00
Muqadas Batool 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-03-14T18:15:50.78+00:00
C Campbell 0 Reputation points
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Dell Latitude 5550 laptops with Windows 11 that will not power off

We currently have 3 Dell Latitude 5550 laptops with Windows 11 that will not power off when selecting Start, Power, & Shut Down. They simply restart. We've ensured the BIOS is updated on all 3m ensured all available updates have been installed, and…

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asked 2026-02-10T21:11:57.04+00:00
Darrin Moon 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-02-10T21:44:17.4233333+00:00
Domic Vo 34,160 Reputation points Independent Advisor