Command Prompt (cmd.exe)

Question

Why does the Command Prompt window suddenly appear when I am running Windows Update?

I can do nothing with it not even close it. I just have to wait for it to close itself!!

Answer 1

Hi Juliet

The Command Prompt is still popping up! I have checked and the 

OfficeBackgroundTaskHandlerRegistration is still disabled!

Regards

John

Answer 2

When I Run Task Scheduler I do not see a path to Microsoft > Office!!

Answer 3

If you are using windows 10, here is the step:

Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialogue box.

Type taskschd.msc and hit enter. This will open the Task Scheduler.

Click on Task Scheduler Local.

Expand the Task Scheduler Library by clicking on the > icon.

Select the Microsoft folder and expand it.

Click on Office folder and look for OfficeBackgroundTaskHandlerRegistration.

Right-click OfficeBackgroundTaskHandlerRegistration task and select Disable.

This should disable the task handler and you should stop seeing the pop-up while using your PC.

The pop-up may return if you download an update for Office which may re-trigger the task.

Repeat the steps to disable the task again.

source: https://windowsreport.com/office-background-tas....

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Answer 4

May I know what OS are you using?

Answer 5

Hi John, Welcome to Microsoft Community :)

It's my pleasure to help you today.

I’m sorry you’ve had to deal with this.

I know how frustrating this may be for you.

This issue might occur if some changes are made to the system file settings. I can understand that it must be difficult for you when things do not work as they should.

Try to Run Task Scheduler > Microsoft > Office > Right click "OfficeBackgroundTaskHandlerRegistration" > Disable

Also, you could check the link below for troubleshooting steps you could try

1. https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...
2. https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

I hope it helps :)

Sincerely,

Juliet

Independent Advisor

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