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shell regression
About this tag
The shell regression tag on WindowsForum.com covers issues where core Windows 11 shell components—such as the Start menu, Taskbar, File Explorer, and Settings—stop working after provisioning or first sign-in. This problem was acknowledged by Microsoft in a support bulletin, tracing the regression to a servicing change in July 2025 cumulative updates. Discussions include temporary mitigations and the development of a permanent fix. The tag is relevant for IT administrators and users experiencing shell failures on Windows 11 24H2 systems.
Microsoft’s own support bulletin has now acknowledged what frustrated users and IT teams have been reporting for months: a servicing change that began with July 2025 cumulative updates can leave core Windows 11 shell features — Start menu, Taskbar, File Explorer and Settings — non-functional...