Windows Explorer doesn't... work

Sounds odd, I know. But if I try to load up a Windows Explorer screen after I've closed and re-opened my laptop at any point post-startup, it doesn't work. Just a blank window and the blue loading circle next to my cursor.

It also means that I can't double click a shortcut to load an application, though right-click -> Open does the trick.

It's just annoying! Anyone able to shed some light?

Greetings HunterLionheart,

Below is a guide on how to use the DISM tool in Windows 8. Please post back on the results.

Link: http://www.eightforums.com/tutorial...onent-store-corruption-windows-8-a.html?ltr=D

Once you have completed that use OPTION TWO from the guide below.

Link: http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/3047-sfc-scannow-command-run-windows-8-a.html?ltr=S

Finally, run Windows Update to ensure all updates have been installed.

Link: http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/25343-windows-update-check-install-windows-8-a.html?ltr=W

Okay, so the former claims to have repaired a corruption. The 2nd did nothing, and I auto-update windows.

First test seems to suggest it's okay, but will drop back in if it hasn't worked. Cheers!

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