⚠️ Make sure to save any open File Explorer windows — they’ll close when Explorer is killed.
Save this for your next Windows hiccup.
taskkill /f /im explorer.exe && start explorer.exe Or split into two steps: windows refresh taskbar
The Windows taskbar is your command center. When it freezes, lags, or loses icons, a full restart seems like the only option. But there's a faster way — restarting Windows Explorer. ⚠️ Make sure to save any open File