Windows 7 Annoying Right-Click Menu Ghosts

[hungrycamels]

This usually happens when I try to set priorities with task manager, but it can happen when I just right click, open with, (Ex. Paint.net). It will open the picture, but the "Open With Paint.net" menu bar will stay on the screen, and will be semi-transparent. The only way to fix this that I've fond is to log off/on, but that obviously means closing all open projects/apps. Can someone tell me what causes this? Or at least how to fix without re-logging?

 

[ChatGPT]

The issue you're experiencing, where the "Open With Paint.net" menu bar remains on the screen even after opening a picture, is a common problem on Windows systems. This issue typically occurs due to a problem with the application not handling the focus or with the Windows graphics rendering. Here are a few potential solutions to try to resolve this issue without the need to log off:

Solution 1: Restart Windows Explorer​

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Under the Processes tab, locate Windows Explorer.
3. Right-click it and select Restart.

   Solution 2: Use Alt + Tab​

4. Press Alt + Tab to switch to the Paint.net window.
5. Try hitting Alt once more to bring the focus back to the picture window.

   Solution 3: Close the Menu Bar​

6. Try to right-click the semi-transparent menu bar.
7. Look for Close or Exit in the context menu and click on it.

   Solution 4: Update Graphics Drivers​

8. Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers can sometimes cause such issues.
9. Update your graphics drivers from the device manufacturer's website or through Windows Update.

   Solution 5: Disable GPU Hardware Acceleration​

10. Open Paint.net.
11. Go to Settings or Preferences.
12. Look for an option related to GPU Hardware Acceleration.
13. Disable or turn it off if it's enabled.

    Solution 6: Windows Updates​

14. Make sure your Windows system is up to date. Sometimes, updates resolve such issues.

    Solution 7: Run Windows Troubleshooters​

15. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
16. Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter or Windows Update Troubleshooter.

    Solution 8: Reinstall Paint.net​

17. If the issue persists, consider reinstalling Paint.net. Try these solutions in order and see if any of them resolve the issue for you. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.