In my experience with remote desktop, one recurring issue that has caught my attention is the problem with taskbar visibility.
Restarting the Windows Explorer Process
To restart the Windows Explorer process in Remote Desktop, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “taskmgr” and press Enter to open the Task Manager.
3. In the Task Manager window, click on the “Processes” tab.
4. Scroll down and locate the “Windows Explorer” process.
5. Right-click on the “Windows Explorer” process and select “Restart” from the context menu.
6. The Windows Explorer process will restart, and you should see the taskbar reappear in Remote Desktop.
If the taskbar visibility issue persists, you can try these additional troubleshooting steps:
1. Check if the “Auto-hide the taskbar” option is enabled. Right-click on the taskbar and select “Taskbar settings.” Under the “Taskbar” tab, make sure the “Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode” option is turned off.
2. Update your graphics card driver. Visit the website of your graphics card manufacturer and download the latest driver for your specific model. Install the driver and restart your computer.
3. Disable any antivirus software temporarily. Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the taskbar visibility in Remote Desktop. Temporarily disable the antivirus software and check if the issue is resolved.
4. If you’re using Remote Desktop on a mobile device like an Android or iOS tablet, try using a desktop computer or laptop instead. Some remote desktop software may have limitations or compatibility issues with mobile devices.
Adjusting Display and System Settings
| Section | Settings | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Display Settings | Screen resolution | Adjust the resolution to match the remote desktop window size. |
| Scaling | Change the scaling settings to ensure proper display of the taskbar. | |
| System Settings | Taskbar Auto-hide | Enable/disable the auto-hide feature of the taskbar in remote desktop. |
| Taskbar position | Change the position of the taskbar to avoid visibility issues. | |
| Taskbar size | Adjust the size of the taskbar to improve visibility. |
Managing Drivers and Shell Components
To effectively manage drivers and shell components in Remote Desktop, follow these steps:
1. Check the Taskbar Visibility settings: Ensure that the Taskbar is set to be visible in the Remote Desktop session. To do this, right-click on the Taskbar and select “Taskbar settings.” Under the “Taskbar” tab, make sure the “Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode” option is turned off.
2. Update device drivers: Outdated or incompatible device drivers can cause issues with Taskbar visibility. To update drivers, open the Device Manager by pressing the Windows key + X and selecting “Device Manager” from the menu. Locate the device that may be causing the issue, right-click on it, and select “Update driver.” Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver update.
3. Reset the ShellExperienceHost process: The ShellExperienceHost process is responsible for managing the visual elements of the Windows shell, including the Taskbar. If this process becomes unresponsive, it can affect Taskbar visibility. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager. Under the “Processes” tab, locate “ShellExperienceHost,” right-click on it, and select “End task.” The process will restart automatically.
4. Check for third-party software conflicts: Certain third-party software can interfere with the Taskbar visibility in Remote Desktop. Temporarily disable any recently installed software or freeware and check if the issue persists.
5. Perform a system rollback: If the Taskbar visibility issue started after a recent update or installation, performing a system rollback may help resolve the issue. Open the Control Panel, select “System and Security,” then click on “System.” Under the “System Protection” tab, click on “System Restore” and follow the prompts to roll back to a previous stable state.
Exploring Alternative Remote Desktop Solutions
- Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings.
- In the Display settings window, scroll down and click on Advanced display settings.
- Under the Resolution section, adjust the slider to a higher resolution.
- Click Apply to save the changes.
- Restart the remote desktop session to see if the taskbar visibility issue is resolved.
Method 2: Restart Windows Explorer
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open Task Manager.
- In the Task Manager window, locate Windows Explorer in the list of processes.
- Right-click on Windows Explorer and select Restart.
- Wait for Windows Explorer to restart and check if the taskbar visibility issue is fixed.
Method 3: Disable Tablet Mode
- Click on the Start button and select Settings (gear icon).
- In the Settings window, click on System.
- On the left sidebar, select Tablet mode.
- Under the When I sign in section, select Use desktop mode.
- Close the Settings window and check if the taskbar visibility issue persists.
Method 4: Update Graphics Drivers
- Press Windows Key + X and select Device Manager.
- In the Device Manager window, expand the Display adapters category.
- Right-click on your graphics card and select Update driver.
- Choose the option to search automatically for updated driver software.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver update.
- Restart the computer and check if the taskbar visibility issue is resolved.
FAQs
How do I show the Remote Desktop bar?
To show the Remote Desktop bar, you can press CTRL+ALT+HOME, followed by pressing TAB multiple times until the connection bar is selected, and then press Enter. This will activate the bar and restore it down.
How do I show the taskbar in a full screen RDP session?
To show the taskbar in a full-screen RDP session, you can try the following steps:
1. Move the taskbar on your local machine, preferably to the right side.
2. Then, move the taskbar back to the bottom position.
3. Maximize the RDP session.
4. By following these steps, the taskbar should reappear in the full-screen RDP session.
How do I unhide the taskbar in Remote Desktop?
To unhide the taskbar in Remote Desktop, you can try restarting the Windows Explorer process, changing system settings through Personalize, rolling back the display driver, or switching to a Remote Desktop Connection free alternative.
How do I enable taskbar in Remote Desktop?
To enable the taskbar in Remote Desktop, you can press the Ctrl + Alt + Home keys simultaneously.
