
Click 'Yes' to allow changes to be made to your device. Launch Windows PowerShell as an admin, using the same method as above. The only way to uninstall utilities like the taskbar is via Windows PowerShell: Restart your device to ensure the changes are applied. Hit Enter, and after a few seconds you should see a message saying the process was completed successfully. In the window that appears, copy the following exactly as it is below:ĭISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.
Click 'Yes' to allow the app to make changes to your device. Hit the Windows Key + X and then choose 'Windows PowerShell (Admin)'. Make sure you're using an administrator account before proceeding: If neither of those fixes are working, you'll have to try something a bit more complex. If you want to stay in tablet mode, right-click (or long-press) any empty space in the taskbar and choose 'Show app icons'.
In the list of quick settings at the bottom, Tablet mode should be highlighted. Click the icon in the bottom right that looks like a speech bubble. Simply switching back to desktop mode should fix the issue:
Check you're not in tablet modeīy default, tablet mode removes all the icons from the taskbar, in an attempt to create a more touch-friendly user interface. If that doesn't work, move on to the next solution. It sounds cliché, but sometimes all your device needs is to be switched off and back on again. This seemingly sudden change can be extremely frustrating, although there are a number of potential solutions. However, Windows 10 has an annoying recent tendency to hide these apps for no apparent reason. The ease with which this can be customised (simply right-click on any open app and choose 'Pin to taskbar') makes it easy to set it up to your liking.
It's also where you'll find a selection of app icons, offering a convenient and quick way to launch your favourite programs. It's the starting point for modifying quick settings, accessing the Start Menu and searching the entire PC. The taskbar can be thought of like a hub for Windows 10.