Windows 10 search not working? Here's how to fix it!

🔍 Windows 10 Search Not Working? Troubleshoot with These Tips! 🔍

Is your Windows 10 search acting up? 🤔 Don't fret! Here are some simple solutions to get it back on track. 💻🔍

1️⃣Restart Your Computer 🔄
Sometimes, the simplest fix is the most effective. Restart your computer to kickstart your search function. 🚀

2️⃣Windows Troubleshooter 🛠️
When in doubt, turn to the troubleshooter! While it may not always have all the answers, it can point you in the right direction. 🛠️

➡️Open Settings ⚙️
➡️Select Update & Security 🔄
➡️Click on Troubleshoot 🛠️
➡️Choose Search and Indexing 🔍
➡️Run the Troubleshooter 🔄
➡️Follow the prompts and instructions 📝

3️⃣ System File Checker (SFC) 🛡️
Let the SFC tool work its magic! It checks and corrects any misbehaving system files. 🛡️

➡️Find Command Prompt (search under Windows System in the Start menu) ⌨️
➡️Right-click and choose Run as administrator 🛠️
➡️Type in "sfc /scannow" ⌨️
➡️Let it do its thing 🔄

4️⃣ Close Cortana and Search 📝
When in doubt, close it out! Restarting these processes might do the trick.

➡️Right-click on the taskbar 📝
➡️Open Task Manager 🔄
➡️Find Cortana 🕵️‍♂️
➡️End task 🛑
➡️Repeat for the Search process 🔍
➡️Test your search function again 🔍

5️⃣Restart Windows Explorer 🔄
Sometimes, a simple restart can do wonders. Give Windows Explorer a restart to breathe new life into your search. 🔄

➡️Right-click on the taskbar 📝
➡️Open Task Manager 🔄
➡️Find Windows Explorer (organize alphabetically) 🕵️‍♂️
➡️Restart it 🔄

6️⃣ Check Your Antivirus 🛡️
Your antivirus might be the culprit! Temporarily disable or uninstall it to see if it's causing the search issues. 🛡️

7️⃣ Start Windows Search Service 🚀
Ensure that Windows Search is up and running for seamless searching.

➡️Press Windows + R keys simultaneously 🔄
➡️Type "services.msc" and hit Enter ⌨️
➡️Locate Windows Search 🕵️‍♂️
➡️Start it if not running 🚀
➡️Set Startup type to Automatic ⚙️

8️⃣ Rebuild Indexing 📑
Rebuilding indexing can help refresh your search function. Here's how: 🔄

➡️Click on the Start menu 📝
➡️Open Control Panel (under Windows System) ⚙️
➡️Select Indexing Options 🔍
➡️Choose Advanced settings 🛠️
➡️Under Troubleshooting, select Rebuild 🔄

9️⃣ Factory Data Reset 🔄

If all else fails, consider a factory data reset for a fresh start. Just remember to back up your important files! 💾🔄

For more information, visit Android Authority's article: https://www.androidauthority.com/wind...

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction
0:14 Try restarting your PC
0:25 Use Windows Troubleshooter
0:44 Use the System File Checker
1:06 Use the Task Manager to close Cortana and Search
1:25 Restart Windows Explorer
1:36 Check your antivirus
1:50 Check if Windows Search is turned off
2:11 Rebuild indexing
2:28 Factory reset your PC
2:42 Bonus tip: Backing up your PC

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