Fix Right Click On Desktop/File Explorer No Longer Shows Text Document Option In Windows 11/10

Title: How to Restore the "Text Document" Option in Windows Right-Click Menu

Introduction: If you've ever found yourself in a situation where the "Text Document" option is missing from your Windows right-click menu when creating a new file, you're not alone. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through various methods to resolve this issue and ensure that you can effortlessly create text documents on your desktop or in File Explorer.

Method 1: Restart Windows Explorer

1. Right-click on the Start menu and select "Task Manager" to open Task Manager.
2. In Task Manager, locate "Windows Explorer" under the "Processes" tab.
3. Right-click on "Windows Explorer" and select "Restart."
4. Wait for the taskbar and desktop to refresh.
5. Right-click on your desktop and check if the "Text Document" option has reappeared.

Method 2: Create a Temporary Text File

1. Open Notepad by typing "notepad" in the Windows search box and pressing Enter.
2. Type any text or simply use any existing text.
3. Click on "File" in the Notepad menu and choose "Save As."
4. Set the location to your desktop and provide a name for the file, such as "mytext.txt."
5. For "Save as type," select "All Files."
6. Click "Save" to create the temporary text file on your desktop.
7. Right-click on the temporary text file and select "Open with," then choose "Choose another app."
8. Select "Notepad" and check the box that says "Always use this app to open .txt files."
9. Click "OK" to save the changes.
10. Right-click on your desktop, and you should now see the "Text Document" option.

Method 3: Change File Associations

1. Right-click on any text file on your desktop or in File Explorer.
2. Select "Properties."
3. In the "General" tab, find and click on the "Change" button next to "Opens with."
4. Choose "Notepad" from the list of applications and click "Set as default."
5. Click "Apply" and then "OK" to confirm.
6. Repeat the previous steps for any text files to ensure they are associated with Notepad.
7. Right-click on your desktop, and you should now have the "Text Document" option.

Method 4: Windows Update

1. Open Windows Settings by pressing "Win + I" on your keyboard.
2. Go to "Update & Security."
3. Click on "Check for updates" and ensure all available updates are installed.
4. Restart your computer and check if the "Text Document" option is back.

Method 5: Windows Media Creation Tool If none of the above methods work, consider using the Windows Media Creation Tool to upgrade your Windows version. Here are the steps:

• For Windows 10, visit this link and follow the instructions provided.
• For Windows 11, visit this link and follow the instructions.

Conclusion: One of the methods outlined above should help you restore the "Text Document" option in your Windows right-click menu. Whether it's by restarting Windows Explorer, adjusting file associations, or using the Windows Media Creation Tool, you can easily resolve this issue and continue working seamlessly on your Windows computer.

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