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This error typically occurs due to Windows Explorer encountering an issue, but sometimes it's also because someone mischievously hid all desktop icons. Refer to the steps below to learn how to resolve it.
If the computer doesn't display icons
For Windows 7, right-click on the desktop, then select View> Show desktop icons to display the icons again.
For Windows XP, right-click on the desktop, then choose Arrange Icon By > Show desktop icons to show shortcut icons.
If the computer doesn't show the Taskbar
For both Windows 7 and Windows XP, use the combination Ctrl-Alt-Delete, then go to File > New Task (Run..) to activate a new Run window.
Here, locate the path containing the file Explorer.exe (C:\Windows\explorer.exe) and then press OK.
The purpose of this is to restart the Explorer.exe process to bring back the Taskbar on your computer.
Mytour has now introduced to you the method to fix the error of the computer booting up showing only the desktop without icons and the Taskbar. This issue is more common in Win XP, while newer versions of Windows encounter it less frequently due to better security measures. If interested in learning more about this topic, check out our article on fixing Win 7 errors, free Windows error repair software provided by us.
In Windows 10, the Taskbar sometimes encounters non-responsive errors when users need to use it. This is a minor issue that doesn't significantly affect operations. However, if you encounter this problem, refer to the solution for Windows 10 Taskbar not working here.
Computer screen not displaying is a common issue faced by users of both old and new computers. There are many reasons why a computer screen may not display, and before deciding whether to repair it yourself or seek assistance from someone else, you can explore basic troubleshooting methods.
