Reasons behind Taskbar Problems
Three primary reasons exist that can account for problems with the taskbar. They include:
- An accidental action by someone using the computer.
- A purposeful action by someone using the computer.
- A malicious program has entered the computer.
Try to Repair the Taskbar by Scanning for Viruses and Spyware
It is possible that a virus or form of spyware has infected your computer and disturbed the normal, functioning taskbar. Scan your computer with an anti-virus/anti-spyware application to remove any potential threats. Hopefully, this action will return your taskbar back to its normal existence.
Try to Repair the Taskbar by Booting Up into Safe Mode
If you are able to get the taskbar to work properly when you boot up into safe mode, then you should be able to retain that functionality once you reboot in regular mode.
Download “Taskbar Repair Tool”
In my search for answers, I came across a nifty little tool that can be used to repair problems with the taskbar. It is called “Taskbar Repair Tool” and it was developed for Kelly’s Korner. You can download it here: Taskbar Repair Tool. I haven’t tried it myself, so I can’t vouch for it, but it is mentioned all over the Web.
Fix Corrupted Registry Files Using RegCure
It is possible that the taskbar is acting up due to a corrupted or missing file in the registry. You can repair the registry by using a product called RegCure. This application will repair all detected errors within the registry instantly. To learn more about this application, visit this link: RegCure.
Start Menu Displays Black Bar in Windows Me
Some users of Windows Me have experienced problems with the Start menu bar disappearing and being replaced with a black bar. This can happen when items have recently been deleted from the start up menu or the size allotted for the Start menu is too small. The suggestion here is to add items in the Start menu to see if that fixes the problem.
Susan Keenan | November 19th, 2008
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