Fix the Windows Search not working problem

Here you will find out:

• what causes the “Windows Search not working” problem

• how to fix this problem

• how DiskInternals Partition Recovery can help you

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How to fix Windows Search not working problem

Here are few methods that can be helpful and any of them can be your solution.

Method 1: Restart the Search Service in Windows 10

First, you should try to reset the search service and check if the issue is solved. This method has worked for some people who have faced this issue. To do this, follow the steps below.

• Launch “Services” by pressing Windows key + R and type the following command: services.msc

• Press Enter or click “OK” to run the command.

• Scroll down and right-click on Windows Search.

• Select "Restart".

• Reboot the computer and check for the problem again; your search bar should be working now.

Method 2: Rebuild the Index

Rebuilding the search index can help to fix the “Windows 10 Search Not Working” issue. The indexing utility for running this method is accessible from the Control Panel; here are the steps to take.

• Open the Control Panel from the WinX menu (press Windows key + X)

• Set the view to “Small Icons” by clicking the dropdown menu beside “View by.”

• Look out for “Indexing Options” and click on it.

• Go to the Advanced panel (found at the bottom area).

• Inside the Advanced panel, click on “Rebuild”.

• Click "OK" when you get the prompt message.

Method 3: Run Search and Indexing troubleshooter

Windows supports various utilities to help you troubleshoot different issues you may encounter while running the computer. The Search and Indexing troubleshooter can help to solve this issue discussed here. Below is how to run the troubleshooter.

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