New Windows 11 issues keep cropping up | How to fix known issues in Windows 11

Since the release of Windows 11 on June 24, 2022, Windows users, Insiders, professional IT websites, and Windows service providers have been engaged in discussions surrounding the topic. Key talking points include the new design, features, the minimum system requirements for Windows 11, how to download and install it, known issues, and bugs, among others.

On July 8, 2022, Microsoft released the second build, Windows 11 Build 22000.65. Unlike the first build, 22000.51, which was full of bugs and issues, this new build fixes some known problems in Windows 11. Of course, as a beta build, it still has its fair share of known issues. Fortunately, these bugs aren't major problems in Windows 11, and most have workarounds.

Notable known issues in Windows 11:

• This PC isn't capable of running Windows 11
• Start menu - Unable to enter text
• Taskbar - Green flashing present
• File Explorer - Displays the old Windows 10 layout or fails to appear, crashes
• Settings - Unable to launch, green flashing occurs
• Search - Not functioning or search panel doesn't open
• Widgets - Appears empty or displays incorrectly on external monitors
• Microsoft Store - Malfunctioning, unable to rate and review some apps
• Windows Security Center - Doesn't support Preview Experience members, unexpected closures

Aside from the above issues, a number of bugs have also been reported on computers running the Windows 11 Insider Build. Most of them are minor and tolerable.

How to Fix Known Issues and Bugs in Windows 11 (3 Methods)

Please note that most known issues might cause some problems on your current version of Windows 11. Microsoft is fixing these issues and bugs in newer versions.

Here, we gathered three troubleshooting methods to fix all known issues and bugs in Windows 11. Choose one and follow the steps accordingly:

• Roll back to Windows 10 from Windows 11 - Maintain a stable operating system
• Send feedback to Microsoft - Assist developers in fixing issues and problems in the new version
• Fix known issues with Windows 11 - Address and resolve issues on your own

#1. Downgrading from Windows 11 to Windows 10

Please note that Windows 11 has a 10-day rollback feature in case you find your computer is not quite compatible with the new OS, or you're simply not happy with it.

To do so, you can refer directly to the instructions here for assistance:

Step 1: Go to “Settings,” then click on “System” and “Reset options.”

Step 2: Click Go back to the previous version of Windows.

Step 3. If prompted, check the reason for uninstallation.

Step 4: When asked if you want to check for updates instead of restoring, tap No, thanks.

5. When the _Ready to Install_ window appears, click Next to continue.

Step 6: When it warns you to remember your Windows 10 password, click Next again. (Remember your password.)

Step 7: Click on Revert to an earlier version.

Your system will now restart and go through the recovery process, which might take a few minutes. When it's done, you'll be back at Windows 10.

#2 Send feedback to Microsoft through the Insider channel

Microsoft now lets Windows users report feedback on their machines, whether they're running the new Windows 11 or the mature Windows 10. As long as your current operating system is still in support, you can report bugs or known issues to the Microsoft support team.

If any of these mistakes or issues are significant, or if they are one of the main problems with the current operating system, you can help fix them by:

Step 1: On your computer, go to the Feedback Hub.

Press Windows+F to open it.

Step 2: In the left pane, click Feedback, and then under All Feedback, click Add new feedback.

Step 3: Enter your feedback. Briefly summarize the issue and provide any additional details, then click "Next" to proceed.

Step 4: Choose a category, then click Next.

Select Feedback Category

Step 5: Search for similar feedback. The system will list similar feedback for you.

If you have a related feedback entry, select it and add more details to your issue. If not, choose New Feedback, and then choose Next.

Step 6: Add more details about your current issue in the fourth position.

For more guidance, see How to give great feedback to Microsoft .

#3. Fix Known Issues in Windows 11 Manually

As all the known issues persist, Microsoft is focusing on fixing bugs and known issues in the new builds. So, we have compiled a list of some major known issues that are currently bothering Windows 11 Insider users. If you encounter one or two issues, you can try fixing them with the workarounds mentioned below:

This PC doesn't meet the requirements to run Windows 11.

The message “This PC can't run Windows 11” is one that Windows 10 users may see when they run the PC Health Check tool to determine whether their machine meets the minimum system requirements for the new operating system.

This could be due to certain hardware issues, such as the TPM 2.0 requirement, as well as software that needs to be enabled, like Secure Boot. The good news is that most hardware and software issues can be resolved. You can refer to this page for a complete guide on how to fix this issue: This PC can't run Windows 11.

• BEGIN - Unable to input text

If you can't type text when you use Search from the Start menu or taskbar, try these steps:

Step 1. Press the Windows + R keys.

Step 2: Close the dialog box that appears.

Step 3: Try typing in the Start menu or taskbar again.

Taskbar - Green Flashing Present

Most of the time, a green or blinking taskbar indicates that there may be new updates available in the background. Try the following methods:

1. Update the Display Drivers 2. Uninstall Problematic Applications 3. Utilize a File System Checker 4. Check for Flickering Taskbar in Safe Mode

• File Explorer displays the old layout of Windows 10 or fails to open, crashes

File Explorer is showing the old Windows 10 layout:

1. Open File Explorer, click on "View," and then select "Options."

2. Click on View, uncheck Open folders in a separate process, and click Apply.

File Explorer is unable to display or crashes:

1. Open File Explorer, and go to View > Options.

2. Clear the Open folders in a separate process check box.

To view more solutions, you can try the verified fixes for Windows 10, which may also apply to Windows 11. Refer to "File Explorer Won't Open in Windows 10" for details.

• Settings app – Won't launch, displays green flash

Try opening Settings.

• Click the Start button, then select Settings
• Click Start > Search, enter Settings, and select it from the search results
• Right-click the Start button, then select Settings
• Press and hold Windows + R, type ms-settings, then click OK
• In PowerShell, type start ms-settings and press Enter

2. Run the System File Checker. Open PowerShell and type sfc /scannow, then hit Enter.

3. Download and run the "Windows Update Troubleshooter"

4. Reset the Settings app: Open PowerShell and type Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} then hit Enter.

• Search – Not working or search panel not opening

1. Restart the computer

2. Run the Windows Troubleshooter: Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Search and Indexing > Click Run troubleshooter.

3. Restart the Search service: Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box, type services.msc, and press OK > scroll down to find "Windows Search," right-click it, and select Start or Restart.

• Widgets – Displays as blank or with incorrect size on external monitors

1. Log out and log back in. 2. Press the Windows + W keys to open Widgets. 3. Personalize the widgets by rearranging, resizing, and customizing their content.

• Store - Some apps don't show features, ratings, or reviews

1. Reset the Microsoft Store: Start > Settings > Apps > Microsoft Store > Advanced options > Reset. 2. Clear the Store cache: Open Search > Search for **wsreset.exe** > Close the window. 3. Re-login to the Microsoft Store: Open the Store > Click on your Account > Click on **Sign out** > Restart the Store > Sign in with your account. 4. Run the Windows Troubleshooter: Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Store apps > Run the troubleshooter.

Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter

• "Windows Security" indicates "Standard hardware security is not supported" and unexpectedly closes for Insider Preview users

This means your device doesn't support Memory Integrity or Core Isolation, and it might also have the following limitations:

• No support for TPM 2.0
• Secure Boot is disabled
• Data Execution Prevention (DEP) enabled
• UEFI Secure Boot MAT not enabled

You have two options to fix this: 1) report the bug to Microsoft; or 2) use a stable operating system, perhaps reverting back to Windows 10.

Known issues in Windows 11 that are fixed or being worked on – stay tuned

On this page, we list some of the major known issues and bugs in the Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. These known issues might occur with the latest build or an earlier one.

If your device is experiencing the same known issue, try the provided fix. If not, you can report the problem to Microsoft or look for a solution in the Insider program's community forums.