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Problems with Power Automate Desktop flow editor

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Hello, I have the following problem with Power Automate Desktop: When I try to open a flow to edit, the window opens but stays blank (thumbnail view). I try to expand it but it doesn’t show anything. Does anyone know what could be the issue? The thing is, I can run the flow without any problems.
 
I also tried with a new flow or built-in example flows, but the window still doesn’t open. I should mention that I reinstalled the program...
 
 
 
I would appreciate it if someone could help me with this problem.
 
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    trice602 Profile Picture
    16,239 Super User 2026 Season 1 on at
    Hi,
     
    The most likely root cause is that flow was created with a different version than the current version.  Previously (and still occurs), sometimes you cannot open a flow that was created in a newer version that the current one.  I suspect this is the root cause.  You can run them (as you said) but editing is not possible.  
     
    The current version you are running probably isn't giving you the error message (yet), just showing a blank screen.  I am going to try and duplicate tonight.
     

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    16,239 Super User 2026 Season 1 on at
    Hey there!
     
    I am following up on this post problems with power automate desktop flow editor in this category power automate desktop from 02/18/2025.  I know the post is a little older, but it is a common question here so wanted to take a moment and follow-up. I see there have been 1 replies and 1 likes and asking if your question has been answered.  If so, please help the community out by completing one or more of the following actions!  Thanks in advance!
     
    Easy as 1-2-3 ‼️💯⭐😎🆒🙏
     
    1) Mark a reply as a verified answer - this is essential, and it helps others with the same general question find this thread. ✅
    2) You can also mark one of more replies as a verified answer.  Please take a moment and give the author credit for volunteering their time. ✌️
    3) Like one or more replies.  Kudos always greatly appreciated! 👍
     
    Pro tip:  if you found your own solution or workaround, feel free to add a reply to your own post and mark it as the solution too!  The goal is to get this thread marked with a verified answer by anyone that finds one or more replies helpful!
     
    Again, thanks in advance for reading and responding, always glad to help!  Tom 💯💯💯💯💯
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    16,239 Super User 2026 Season 1 on at
    If I can help with anything else please let me know or tag me in a future post, I enjoy reading and answering questions.  Always glad to help!  Tom 💯💯💯💯💯

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