The Windows 11 Start menu is the most significant change to Windows in recent times. It packs a ton of extra features and makes the GUI a bit easier to find most of the items on your PC. The ability to center the same on your desktop is also a boon for many users.
How do I fix the Start Menu not working issue in Windows 11?
Unfortunately, it seems that a recent update from Microsoft is breaking the Start menu for many users. If you are in the same boat and can’t use the Start menu after a recent update, here’s everything you need to know about it.
The issue appears to be related to a recent Microsoft security update, namely security update KB5015814 (released July 2022). The update appears to break the functionality of apps in the Start menu, where opening apps crashes the Start menu and the affected app.
It has also been reported that the Explorer may also crash in some cases. If you are facing this issue, you can use the solution below.