Quick Answer: How to Restart Windows Taskbar?
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Method 1: Restart the Windows Explorer to Fix the Frozen Taskbar Issue

  • Use shortcut keys Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch the Task Manager.
  • Select the Windows Explorer on the list and then click on the button Restart at the right bottom.

How do I reset my Windows taskbar?

Press and hold Ctrl + Alt + Shift and click the Cancel button. Just like in Windows 7, the Taskbar goes away and the desktop icons seem to disappear. To access the Task Manager to restart the explorer.exe process, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.

How do I fix a frozen taskbar in Windows 10?

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc at the same time to open Task Manager. Try to access Taskbar on your Windows 10 now. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc at the same time to open Task Manager. Then type explorer in the pop-up box and click OK.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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