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Windows Clipboard (Windowns Key + V) Not Showing Up

Anonymous
2022-05-11T05:39:49+00:00

Problem: When I press the Windows key + V, the Clipboard history menu does not show up.

Windows Info: Windows 10 Pro Version 21H2 Build 19044.1706

Details:

  • The Clipboard menu worked fine a week ago.
  • Just copying and pasting using Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V still works.

Things I've Tried Already:

  1. Enabling "Clipboard History" in Clipboard settings
  2. Turning on "Sync Across Devices" in Clipboard settings
  3. Clearing clipboard data from Clipboard settings
  4. Changing regedit values
  5. Changing group policy values
  6. Running sfc /scannow
  7. Running DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
  8. Restarting File Explorer from Task Manager

Any help would be appreciated.

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  1. Anonymous
    2022-05-12T03:33:07+00:00

    Hello, I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

    1. Try ALL fixes for Clipboard history not working in Windows 10:

    https://www.guidingtech.com/fix-windows-clipboa...

    https://www.wpxbox.com/how-to-fix-windows-10-cl...

    https://thegeekpage.com/clipboard-history-not-w...

    https://wethegeek.com/windows-11-clipboard-hist...

    https://www.thewindowsclub.com/clipboard-histor... ((Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro, PC Repair Tool and Reimage ads)

    https://www.windowsdispatch.com/fix-windows-10-...

    https://www.technospot.net/blogs/fix-windows-cl...

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ2A0r4wE6Q

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4ST7q3h-OE

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-vQcfu4Bp0

    1. Go over Windows using this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...

    Start with Step 4 to turn off Startup freeloaders which can conflict and cause issues, then Step 7 to check for infection the most thorough way, then step 10 to check for damaged System Files, and also Step 16 to test a new Local Admin account to replace yours which may be corrupted. Then if necessary continue with the other steps to go over your install most thoroughly.

    1. If nothing else works then do a Repair Install, by installing Media Creation Tool, open tool and choose to Upgrade Now. This reinstalls Windows while keeping files, programs and most settings in place, is the most stable method to advance to the latest version, and solves most problems. Tutorial here: https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/fix-windows...

    Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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  1. Anonymous
    2022-05-12T15:28:17+00:00

    Did you still need help? I am standing by here waiting for results of the steps I gave you to continue troubleshooting your issue.

    This is an interactive process. I give steps to perform, you do each one and then report back results until something works, so I know what to suggest next. If you need help performing any step, just ask back. But please do not skip any steps. We often find out the skipped step is the fix.

    Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

    ______________________________________________

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.

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  2. Anonymous
    2022-05-11T18:25:37+00:00

    I'm sorry if the steps didn't work. It seems that the issue is complex than what I expected.

    It may be best if I release your question to other advisors so they can take a look at it and let them share some other ways that can fix the issue.

    You take care and keep safe always.

    Sincerely,

    Louie

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  3. Anonymous
    2022-05-11T15:56:38+00:00

    Hello Louie,

    Thank you for providing these links.

    Unfortunately, I've already tried everything included in those articles before posting this question.

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  4. Anonymous
    2022-05-11T06:37:07+00:00

    Hello, I'm Louie, and I'm happy to help you today. Hope you're doing well and safe there. I'm sorry that you're having trouble with Clipboard not showing up.

    I would recommend you to try the solutions provided on the articles below. Gou may skip the steps you've already performed but it would be best to try it again just to make sure.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/get...

    https://www.thewindowsclub.com/clipboard-histor...

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products often classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.

    Hope this helps and looking forward for good results.

    Kind regards,

    Louie

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