![]() So I removed the 'Run this program as an administrator' option for both files "ClassicShellUpdate.exe", and "ClassicStartMenu.exe", by reversing the above stated process. I restarted the system, and although I did not get the box saying that Classic Shell needed to configure itself, Classic Shell no-longer appeared when I clicked the bottom-left Windows Start button. to 'Run as administrator' by right-clicking each one, and in the drop-down context menu, clicking "Properties" Then click the 'Properties' window top-tab 'Compatibility' put a checkmark in the box for 'Run this program as an administrator' "Apply" "OK". "C:\Program Files\Classic Shell\ClassicStartMenu.exe" That resulted in a complaint by Windows 10 about 'Administrative privileges' or something similar. "C:\Program Files\Classic Shell\ClassicShellUpdate.exe" I did Not check what version of Classic Shell had been installed, but I made an attempt to update it by running. I knew that the system was updated, and was currentlyĬlassic Shell seemed to me to be working, because when I clicked on the Windows 10 Start-Button (bottom-left corner), the Classic Shell menu came up. Then turn it back on.Įvery time my friend's system started he/she was getting the notice about Classic Shell needing to reconfigure itself for the new operating system, which has been Windows 10 for years, though I do not know at what point in the past that warning started to appear. If this happens to you, you might want to be more patient, and wait a few minutes to see if your system responds, but if it does not, you can force your system to turn off by pressing and holding the power button for 9-seconds (usually less that 9.), which forces it to turn off. Because I was working on the system through 'TeamViewer", I could easily restart the system. Note that at one point while trying to reinstall Classic Shell, and having chosen the one-of-two options similar to "Allow the installer to close Explorer stuff, and try to restart them", I encountered a black screen that stayed black for about a minute, and would not respond to mouse-commands. What all I did before the solution above: ![]() I 'Right-clicked' the file, and in the context menu that drops down, I did resolve this problem for a friend on an updated Windows 10 Pro 64-bit system (v2004) which already had Classic Shell installed by downloading 'ClassicShellSetup_4_3_1.exe' from at: ![]() Note that I have already tried this one, among others. I do, and just want to know how to get Windto accept it.Īny suggestions appreciated. ![]() I do not want to get into any arguments about whether or not it is a good idea to run it. Oddly, I did a laptop to 2004 a few weeks ago, and that was fine with it. I have not tried uninstalling and reinstalling it in case I then cannot install it at all. However, I would like to let it and stop the message. It is still running because it is still installed, it just wants to rebuild some setup. I am aware that Classic Shell is old now (there is Open Shell but I am wary of trying it). I looked at the EXE in Program Files, but there is no properties option to unblock it. Just in case it had anything to do with Kaspersky, disabled that also. I have looked a various 'solutions' none of which have worked - including disabling Defender smartscreen. There is no given option to override this. What was not expected was that it was followed by a red title bar administrator message from User Account Control to the effect that classicshellmenu.exe has been blocked by an administrator for my own protection. As expected on login a message came up to the effect 'classic shell needs to reconfigure for the new OS'. ![]() I have just upgraded a PC from Windto 2004. Open-Shell will also bring back the start button for Windows 10, 7, and 8.1, along with the toolbar and status bar for Windows and Internet Explorer, making it an excellent enhancement tool for your daily Windows experience.I have used classic shell since Windows 7, and I still want to keep using it. You will also be able to quickly find any programs, settings, files, or documents with minimal keystrokes once you have them configured to your specific needs. It also gives you quick access to recent, frequently-used, or pinned programs. You will be able to manage the way you use your PC via multiple style templates and skins. Initially created by Ivo Beltchev, this fork is true to the first - to help improve productivity by allowing you to enhance the usability of Windows through a customizable start menu. Customize your Windows 10 Start Menu look to like Windows 7 and more. Open-Shell continues the Classic Shell Open Source project giving you access to the classic style Start Menu for Windows 7, 8.1, and 10. ![]()
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