Upgrading to a new OS version on launch day is always a bit of an adventure, and my experience moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11 was no exception. On day one, I jumped in enthusiastically—only to find myself facing some pretty major glitches right from the start.
The Initial Hiccups:
After my Windows 11 installation, none of the modern UI elements worked. The Start menu? Totally unresponsive. The new fly-outs? Not even a flicker. I tried all the quick fixes from the web, and even a highly upvoted registry fix from Reddit, but somehow this only made things stranger: suddenly, the Windows 10 Start menu and Windows Explorer both came back...on Windows 11!
Here’s what ultimately worked for me: creating a fresh local user account, making it an administrator, and removing the old account. This method cleared up the UI issues and made Windows 11 work as intended.
If you’re facing a similar issue, here’s a step-by-step guide to the process.
Picture: Windows 10 start menu on Windows 11
Step 1: Upgrade to Windows 11
To begin, upgrade to Windows 11 using one of the official tools provided by Microsoft:
- Media Creation Tool: Windows 11 Download
- Installation Assistant: This option is also available on Microsoft’s download page.
Once Windows 11 is installed, you might notice that some UI features aren’t functioning. If that’s the case, follow the steps below.
Step 2: Create a New Local User Account and Make It an Administrator
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Open the Run Dialog
- Press Ctrl + R on your keyboard.
- Type control userpasswords2 and press Enter.
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Add a New Account
- Click Add, then choose Sign in without a Microsoft Account (not recommended).
- Select Local Account.
- Give the new account a name and click Next to create it.
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Set the New Account to Administrator
- Press Windows Key + I to open Settings.
- Navigate to Accounts > Family & Other users.
- Click on the new account you created, then select Change account type
- Set the account type to Administrator and click OK.
4. Log into the New Account
- Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete and select Sign Out.
- On the lock screen, choose the new account and log in. Windows will set up the new account for first-time use.
At this point, you should have a fresh profile, and all modern UI elements, including the Start menu and fly-outs, should be working as expected.
Step 3: Migrate Your Files and Settings to the New Account
If everything is working smoothly, it’s time to transfer your files and settings. Here’s how I approached it:
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Sync Your Files Using OneDrive (Optional)
- If you use OneDrive for important files, simply sign into your Microsoft account on the new profile. This will automatically sync your OneDrive files.
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Convert Your Local Account to a Microsoft Account (Optional)
- If you’d like the new account to have the same Microsoft account as before, log in to any Microsoft app (e.g., Feedback Hub).
- Follow the prompts to link the Microsoft account with Windows. This will convert your local account into a Microsoft account.
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Access and Transfer Files from the Old User Account
- You can find your old user files at:
C:\Users\%oldusername%
- Copy any personal documents, downloads, or desktop files over to the new profile.
- You can find your old user files at:
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Migrate Application Settings (If Needed)
- Some app settings are stored in: C:\Users\%oldusername%\AppData
- For certain applications, such as Android Studio, additional settings may be located in specific folders like: C:\Users\%oldusername%\.android
- To ensure you don’t miss anything, search online for specific instructions on migrating settings for each app.
Finished!
With all files and settings transferred, your new user profile should feel just like home—only now with all the shiny features of Windows 11 working smoothly.
Lesson Learned? Maybe hold off on launch-day OS upgrades unless you’re ready for a few surprises. And if all else fails, just remember: sometimes the only fix is creating a whole new you—at least, digitally speaking!
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