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I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with the Settings app on your Windows 11 23h2 version. Here are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to fix the problem:

1. Restart your computer: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve software glitches. Try restarting your computer and see if the issue persists.

2. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: This built-in tool can help identify and fix issues related to Windows updates. To run the troubleshooter, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
- Navigate to System > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters.
- Find and select "Windows Update" and click on "Run the troubleshooter."
- Follow the prompts and let the troubleshooter complete the process.

3. Reset the Settings app: If the issue persists, you can try resetting the Settings app to its default state. Here's how:
- Press Windows key + X and select "Windows PowerShell (Admin)" to open an elevated PowerShell window.
- Copy and paste the following command and press Enter:
Code:
     Get-AppXPackage *windows.immersivecontrolpanel* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
- Wait for the command to execute, and then restart your computer.

4. Perform a system file check: This command scans for and restores any corrupted system files. Here's how to run it:
- Open an elevated PowerShell or Command Prompt window.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
Code:
     sfc /scannow
- Let the scan complete, and if any issues are found, restart your computer.

If none of the above solutions work, you can consider performing a system restore to revert your computer to a previous state when the Settings app was working fine. Alternatively, you may need to perform a clean installation of Windows 11.

Remember to always back up your important files before trying any troubleshooting steps that involve system changes. If the issue persists, you may want to consider reaching out to Microsoft support for further assistance.
 

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