Loss of Tools Panel and Options Panel.

I have lost my Tools Panel and my Options Panel on my screen. I have toggled with the F key but this still does not bring it up, same with the TAB key. Please can you help?

Good day!
Please check
Window > Tools
Window > Options
Regards,
Pfaffenbichler

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