Windows 7 Windows 7 Taskbar Problem

[hammydown]

I unlocked the windows 7 taskbar like every other person. The previews of the various windows always work. However everytime i put my computer in sleep or hibernate mode it removes the desktop preview things and just list the various windows. Again this is a small bug that I have found and needs to fixed ASAP.

 

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To troubleshoot the issue with the Windows 7 taskbar previews disappearing after sleep or hibernate mode, you can try the following steps:

Possible Solutions:​

1. Update Graphics Drivers:
   • Ensure you have the latest graphics drivers installed. Visit the manufacturer's website to download and install the updated drivers.
   []Restart Windows Explorer:
   • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
   • Locate Windows Explorer, right-click, and choose Restart.
   []Run Power Troubleshooter:
   • Press Win + X and select Settings.
   • Go to Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
   • Run the Power troubleshooter to detect and fix power related issues.
   []Disable and Re-enable Taskbar Previews:
   • Right-click on the taskbar.
   • Go to Properties > Taskbar tab.
   • Uncheck Use Aero Peek to preview the desktop. Apply changes and re-enable it.
   []Check Sleep Settings:
   • Go to Control Panel > Power Options.
   • Ensure that the sleep mode options are configured correctly. Adjust the settings if necessary.
   []System File Checker:
   • Open a Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Run the command: sfc /scannow to scan and repair any corrupted system files.
   []Review Windows Updates:
   • Check for any pending Windows updates that might offer a fix for the taskbar issue.
2. Restore to a Previous State:
   • If the problem started recently, you can try System Restore to revert Windows to a previous state when the taskbar previews were working fine.

     Additional Tip:​

   • Check for Problematic Apps: Certain third-party software might interfere with taskbar functionality. Temporarily uninstall recently installed apps to see if any are causing the issue. By following these troubleshooting steps, you can diagnose and address the problem with the taskbar previews disappearing after sleep or hibernate modes in Windows 7.