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##Sidebar Diagnostics Wiki

###FAQ:

Q: I am getting a message that my Performance Counter cache is corrupted. How can I fix this?

• To fix this, you need to run a CMD command as administrator:
  1. Open Start Menu
  2. Search for "Command Prompt"
  3. Right click on "Command Prompt"
  4. Click "Run as Administrator"
  5. Type in this command and press enter: C:\windows\system32\lodctr /r
  6. If you receive an error, run this instead: C:\windows\syswow64\lodctr /r
• If you are still getting the message. Please follow the steps in this article:
  • https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2554336

Q: I get an error when re-installing the app.

• There may be a .sys file in the install directory that has an exclusive lock on it.
• Please restart your PC and try the install again.

Q: Sidebar freezes when tethering an Android phone.

• It is a Windows driver issue. Visit this link to fix.

Q: Could I help contribute to localizing the app to my language?

• Please visit the Sidebar Localization repository.

1. Clone it using git.
2. Translate the middle text column.
3. Add your culture ID in the file name.
4. Submit pull requests for your changes.

OR

1. Download Localization.en.csv.
2. Translate the middle text column.
3. Upload it in a comment to this thread.
4. Mention your culture and culture ID in your comment.

Q: Why isn't the sidebar in the correct spot?

• If you are changing your DPI settings, please view this page.

Q: How do I pin the app to the taskbar?

• Right click the app's Start Menu or Desktop shortcut and click "Pin to taskbar"
• If you do it any other way, it will be pointing to the wrong version after an update occurs.