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The Get Help app is empty on Windows 11

If The Get Help app opens but is blank in Windows 11here’s what you need to do to solve this problem. There are many reasons why you may encounter this problem, and in this article you will find almost all possible causes along with solutions to solve the problem in just a few moments.

The Get Help app is empty on Windows 11

The Get Help app is empty on Windows 11

To fix blank app Get help on Windows 11, apply the following solutions:

  1. End the application in Task Manager
  2. Make sure you are connected to the Internet
  3. Change the permissions of the background component
  4. Fix the application
  5. Reset the Get help app
  6. Run an SFC scan

To learn more about these solutions, read on.

1) Quit the application in Task Manager

When you see this problem, the first thing you do is click the close button visible in the application. However, we suggest you use Task Manager to do the same. Terminating an application using Task Manager also stops all services running in the background. Sometimes services running in the background can cause this problem, and closing the application via Task Manager may solve the problem.

2) Make sure you are connected to the Internet

To view the troubleshooter, the Get Help app requires an Internet connection. Since it uses a Microsoft server to display all information, you must have a valid Internet connection. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to check your internet connection and try again.

If you are using a VPN or proxy, you can temporarily disable it and check again.

3) Change the permissions of the background component

Fix Blank Get Help App in Windows 11

To change the permissions of the Get Help background component, follow these steps:

  • Press Win + I to open the Windows settings panel.
  • Go to System > System Components.
  • Click the three-dot icon for the Get Help app and select Advanced options.
  • Go to Background component permissions.
  • Expand the drop-down menu.
  • Please choose another option according to your requirements.

However, if the new option does not bring anything positive, you should try again with a different option.

4) Fix the application

Fix Blank Get Help App in Windows 11

If the Get Help app is corrupted by malware or adware attacks, you can repair it using Windows Settings. To do this, follow these steps:

  • Open the Windows Settings panel on your computer.
  • Go to System > System Components.
  • Open the advanced options of the Get Help app.
  • Scroll down and click Repair button.

Wait a few moments to finish. Once finished, open the Get Help app.

5) Reset the Get Help app

Fix Blank Get Help App in Windows 11

If the repair option doesn’t solve the problem, reset the Get Help app. Since there is almost no data to lose, resetting it will not cause any problems. To do this, follow these steps:

  • Open the Windows Settings panel.
  • Click on System elements In System strap.
  • Click the three-dot icon for the Get Help app.
  • Choose Advanced options.
  • Click on Set button twice.

6) Run an SFC scan

run sfc scannow System File Checker

If none of the solutions worked, you should run System File Checker. This problem may occur due to corruption of system files, so SFC scanning can easily solve the problem.

I hope these solutions help you solve your problem.

To read: The Get Help app doesn’t work on Windows 11

Why isn’t the Get Help feature working?

The most common reason for the Get Help app not working is the lack of a proper internet connection. You need to make sure that your internet connection is not causing any problems. If you are using a VPN or proxy, we suggest disabling them and trying again.

To read: How to get help in Windows 11.

How do I open Get Help in Windows?

To open the Get Help app in Windows 11, you can use the search box in the taskbar. First, click the search box or press Win+Q and type “get help.” You can then click on individual search results. The Get Help app will open immediately.