If your Windows 11 search or notification panel stops responding to clicks after an update, it is possible that the system encountered a glitch or configuration issue that needs to be addressed. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:
- Restart your computer: Sometimes, a simple restart can fix temporary glitches that may cause the search and notification panel to become unresponsive.
- Run the Windows Troubleshooter:
- Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙.
- Click on System and select Troubleshoot.
- Click on Other troubleshooters.
- Click on Run for the Search and Indexing troubleshooter.
- Follow the instructions in the troubleshooter and let the system run its course.
- Once the troubleshooter is done, restart your computer. If the issue persists, try running the troubleshooter again.
- Check for Windows Updates:
- Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙.
- Click on Windows Update.
- Select Check for updates and install any available updates.
- Use the Task Manager to restart Windows Explorer:
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open the Task Manager.
- Find Windows Explorer in the list, right-click on it, and select Restart.
- Check for System File Corruption:
- Right-click on the Start button and select Terminal (Admin).
- Type sfc /scannow and press Enter. This will scan your system for corrupted files and attempt to fix them.
If you have tried the troubleshooting listed above and are still having problems, please contact Acer Support for additional troubleshooting and service options.
