Start Menu isn't closing after clicking settings icon.

Question

When i click Settings on the start menu setting app open behind it instead of start menu closing when clicking the settings app ,

works fine when clicking other icons

this issue started to happen after installing
2026-01 Preview Update (KB5074105) (26200.7705)
2026-01 .NET Framework Preview Update (KB5074828)

Answer 1

Hi, good day!

Microsoft has begun implementing and releasing Optional preview updates that are typically released on the 3rd or 4th week of every month. These updates allow admins to test the patch before its mandatory launch on Patch Tuesday (2nd week of the month). If you are not experiencing any issues with your system, there is no need to install the preview update.

I recommend reporting the issue via Feedback Hub app to notify Microsoft.

https://support.microsoft.com/windows/send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-the-feedback-hub-app-f59187f8-8739-22d6-ba93-f66612949332

Please try to uninstall the problematic KB5074105 update.

https://support.microsoft.com/windows/how-to-uninstall-a-windows-update-c77b8f9b-e4dc-4e9f-a803-fdec12e59fb0

To prevent optional preview updates from appearing and installing, press Start > Settings > Windows Update. Toggle off "Get the latest updates as soon as they're available" option. Restart your computer.

I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed by clicking "Add comment" below.