Windows file explorer window in my PC doesn't show and pop up anymore

Hi PCtoreno
Greetings! I am Vijay, an Independent Advisor. I am here to work with you on this problem.

To start with, please execute following steps and let me know

1. CTRL+SHIFT+ESC to start Task Manager
Locate Windows Explorer in Processes tab > Right Click > End Task
Now at the top File > Run new task > Put explorer.exe and Enter

2. Run SFC Scan & DISM
How to - https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

3. Review below Microsoft help
Fix File Explorer if it won't open or start - https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/408737...

4. I would recommend that you perform a Windows 10 repair upgrade. Repair upgrade fixes all Windows errors and retains all files, applications and settings. (You will not lose any data while backup is a good idea) Below is a good guide to perform repair upgrade

https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/16397-repai...

Disclaimer - This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

Do let me know if you have any more question or require further help. I would be happy to work with you to take you though this problem.

Hello,

My name is Patricia and I am an Independent Advisor. I am here to help you today.

What is the exact version of W10 (winver command) ?
What is your antivirus ?
First uninstall temporarly any third party antivirus.
1- Right click on Start Button, then select "Windows PowerShell (admin)" or "Command Prompt (admin)"
2- Now repair any damage in the system files, by running this commmand
sfc /scannow
3- Then restore the System Health by running this command
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

Hi PCtoreno

My name is Andre Da Costa; an Independent Consultant, Windows Insider MVP and Windows & Devices for IT MVP. I'm here to help you with your problem.

Press Windows key + X
Click Task Manager
Select the Processes tab
Scroll down to Windows Explorer then select it
Click Restart

If that does not work:

uninstall your display driver:

Press Windows key + X
Click Device Manager
Expand Display adapters
Right click the current display adapter
Click Uninstall
Exit Device Manager
Restart

1. Open Notepad.

2. Copy the following text into Notepad:

@echo off

taskkill /f /im explorer.exe

taskkill /f /im shellexperiencehost.exe

timeout /t 3 /NOBREAK > nul

del %localappdata%\Packages\Microsoft.Windows.ShellExperienceHost_cw5n1h2txyewy\TempState\* /q

timeout /t 2 /NOBREAK > nul

start explorer

@echo on

3. Click File and Save.

4. Choose a location to save the file. Enter a File name of ClearTileCache.bat and select Save as type of All files (*.*). Click Save.

5. Open File Explorer and navigate to the location that you chose to save the file to. Double-click ClearTileCache.bat to run the file.

If that does not work, try performing a repair upgrade:

http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/wiki...

Hi PC. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 9 year Windows MVP here to help you.

1) Right click Start button to open Task Manager, show More Details, then choose Processes tab, scroll down to Windows Processes, then further down to Windows Explorer. Right click to Restart, click OK. Restart PC.

2) Go over this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...

Start with Step 4 to turn off Startup freeloaders which can conflict and cause issues, then Step 7 to check for infection the most thorough way, then step 10 to check for damaged System Files, and also Step 16 to test a new Local Admin account. Then continue with the other steps to go over your install most thoroughly.

3) If nothing else helps you can run a Repair Install by installing the Media Creation Tool and choosing from it to Upgrade Now. This reinstalls Windows in about an hour while saving your files, apps and most settings, solves many problems while also bringing it up to the latest version 1809 which you need anyway and by the most stable method. http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/m...

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and keep me posted. If you'll wait to rate whether my post helped you, I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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