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The update is exciting, but some users reported startup problems.

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Updated onApril 24, 2023

updated onApril 24, 2023

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Windows 11 Moment 2 (KB5022913 update) is here, but some users have reported that it’s been plagued by problems upon starting up.

Long story short, the update blocks explorer.exe to run, resulting in some devices with third-party UI customizations, like ExplorerPatcher and StartAllBack, not booting up. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem and posted a dire warning onWindows 11 22H2 health issues page.

“These types of apps often use unsupported methods to achieve their customization and as a result can have unintended results on your Windows device. We are presently investigating and will provide more information when it is available. If you are using any third-party UI customization app and encounter any issues, you will need to contact customer support for the developer of the app you are using.”

However, Redmond officials have just recently addressed on theWindows release healthpage that this issue has been externally addressed, as both ExplorerPatcher and StartAllBack have released a version that lists this issue as resolved.

But, if you still encounter this issue after installing KB5023774, here are a few workarounds you may be able to try.

So, how do we fix it, if there’s anything to be done?

Can I fix startup issues in KB5022913?

Well, there are a few workarounds you can do.

Logically, since this affects devices with third-party UI customization apps, you can uninstall them before installing the KB5022913 update.

Or, better yet, if you’re a StartAllBack user, update to the latest version (v.3.5.6 or later).

If not, you can also opt not to install the KB5022913 update instead.

What other feature does KB5022913 bring?

[Highlights]

[Improvements]

This non-security update includes quality improvements. When you install this KB:

If you installed earlier updates, only the new updates contained in this package will be downloaded and installed on your device.

Have you downloaded this update and experienced the same hassle? Let us know in the comment!

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Don’t install KB5022913 if you want to avoid startup issues#

Can I fix startup issues in KB5022913?#

What other feature does KB5022913 bring?#

[Highlights]#

[Improvements]#