Windows 7 Icons becoming very frusterating, disapearing?

[Jmook]

I am a big fan of Windows7, i really enjoy it.

However recently i have been getting a weird error. When i scroll of my icons (Let's use internet explorer for example) to choose between my several different open pages, alot of the times the window when scrolled over will disapear before i can click on it, so i have to scroll over it several times and click really fast before i actually get the window. I also notice that when this error occurs the page window outline flickers occasionally, as if something were downloading.


I have rebooted my computer several times, and it has not resolved the issue. I remember reading about this issue several months ago.

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you are experiencing an issue with window focus on Windows 7, particularly with Internet Explorer windows disappearing before you can click on them when scrolling through open pages. This can be quite frustrating, but there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to address this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Update Graphics Drivers:
   • Outdated or corrupted graphics drivers can sometimes cause display-related issues. Try updating your graphics drivers to see if it resolves the problem.
   []Disable Add-ons in Internet Explorer:
   • Add-ons in Internet Explorer could potentially cause conflicts leading to this behavior. Disable add-ons one by one to identify if any specific add-on is causing the issue.
   []Reset Internet Explorer Settings:
   • Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default can help in resolving various issues. To reset, go to Internet Options > Advanced > Reset.
   []Check for Malware:
   • Malware can sometimes interfere with the normal functioning of applications. Run a thorough anti-malware scan on your system to check for any infections.
   []Monitor System Resources:
   • Use Task Manager to monitor system resource usage while encountering the issue. High resource consumption may lead to display glitches.
   []Check for Windows Updates:
   • Ensure that your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest security patches and updates. Sometimes, Microsoft releases fixes for known issues through updates.
   []Run System File Checker:
   • Use the System File Checker tool to scan and repair corrupted system files that may be causing the issue. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command sfc /scannow. If after trying these steps the issue persists, it might be beneficial to look into further advanced troubleshooting techniques or consider upgrading to a newer Windows version for better support and stability. Feel free to give these steps a try and let me know if you need further assistance!