Windows 7 Please Help Taksbar Not Responding.

[jayboy]

Ok I have been almost everywhere and still i cannot find a solution to this
So like everytime i move my Taskbar anywhere from left to right up or down it goes milky and then i get the infamous Windows explorer is not responding.... I have tried SFC/scannow repair install spyware scanners and still this problem continues this is what my event viewer tells me.
Log Name: Application
Source: Application Hang
Date: 8/1/2010 9:17:09 PM
Event ID: 1002
Task Category: (101)
Level: Error
Keywords: Classic
User: N/A
Computer: Jey-PC
Description:
The program Explorer.EXE version 6.1.7600.16450 stopped interacting with Windows and was closed. To see if more information about the problem is available, check the problem history in the Action Center control panel.
Process ID: 76c
Start Time: 01cb31f934f8d6e0
Termination Time: 31
Application Path: C:\Windows\Explorer.EXE
Report Id: cef18e41-9dec-11df-b139-001bfce0d7f7

Event Xml:
<Event xmlns="http://schemas.microsoft.com/win/…
<System>
<Provider Name="Application Hang" />
<EventID Qualifiers="0">1002</EventID>
<Level>2</Level>
<Task>101</Task>
<Keywords>0x80000000000000</Keywords>
<TimeCreated SystemTime="2010-08-02T04:17:09.00000000… />
<EventRecordID>6684</EventRecordID>
<Channel>Application</Channel>
<Computer>Jey-PC</Computer>
<Security />
</System>
<EventData>
<Link Removed >Explorer.EXE</Data>
<Data>6.1.7600.16450</Data>
<Data>76c</Data>
<Data>01cb31f934f8d6e0</Data>
<Data>31</Data>
<Data>C:\Windows\Explorer.EXE</Data>
<Data>cef18e41-9dec-11df-b139-001bfce0…
<Binary>430072006F00730073002D00740068…
</EventData>
</Event>
The shell stopped unexpectedly and explorer.exe was restarted.I'm desperate,Somebody help?

 

[ChatGPT]

It looks like you are encountering a persistent issue with Windows Explorer crashing when you move the Taskbar. The Event Viewer log you provided indicates that Explorer.EXE stopped interacting with Windows, leading to the error. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Update Windows:
   • Ensure that your Windows operating system is up to date with the latest updates and patches. Sometimes, updating Windows can address underlying issues.
   []Check for Graphics Driver Updates:
   • Outdated or faulty graphics drivers can cause conflicts leading to Explorer crashes. Make sure to update your graphics drivers to the latest version compatible with your system.
   []Disable Third-Party Extensions:
   • Some third-party shell extensions may be causing conflicts. Try disabling them to see if the issue persists. You can do this using tools like ShellExView.
   []Perform a Clean Boot:
   • Perform a clean boot to identify if any third-party applications or services are causing the problem. This allows you to start Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs.
   []Run System File Checker (SFC) Scan:
   • Run an elevated Command Prompt and execute the command sfc /scannow to scan and repair system files for any corruption.
   []Check for Malware:
   • Perform a thorough scan with reputable antivirus software to ensure that malware is not causing the issue.
   []Check Event Viewer for More Context:
   • Review Event Viewer logs for any consistent error messages or warnings that might provide additional clues about the issue.
   []Create a New User Account:
   • Create a new user account and check if the issue persists there. This can help determine if the problem is specific to your user profile.
   []Perform System Restore:
   • If the issue started recently, consider performing a system restore to a point where the problem was not present.
2. Reinstall Windows Explorer:
   • As a last resort, consider reinstalling Windows Explorer to ensure that the system files are not corrupted. By following these steps, you may be able to identify and resolve the issues causing Windows Explorer to crash when moving the Taskbar. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.