Windows 11 system tray icons missing after July 2026 updates


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This fix worked for me after trying all the primary troubleshooting steps, which didn't work.

Instructions:

Run cmd.exe as Administrator:

1. Enable the AppX service (AppXSvc) and set it to manual:
Code:
sc config AppXSvc start=manual
net start AppXSvc

2. Enable the WSAIFabric service (WSAIFabricSvc) and set it to manual:
Code:
sc config WSAIFabricSvc start=manual
net start WSAIFabricSvc

3. Reboot your system.

Notes:
* After rebooting, the taskbar should be back.
* If the services are missing or don't start correctly, check them via compmgmt.msc or Task Manager -> Services.

If the above doesn't work right away, run cmd.exe as Administrator and run:
Code:
sfc /scannow
(Note: This process can take a few hours.)

After it finishes, reboot and try Step 1 again.
 

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windows 11 & LinuxmintAMD ryzen 7 9800x3d32Gbnvidia rtx 5060ti
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windows 11 & Linuxmint
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PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
asus
CPU
AMD ryzen 7 9800x3d
Motherboard
asus
Memory
32Gb
Graphics Card(s)
nvidia rtx 5060ti
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oled
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corsair 1200
Case
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