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type here to search isn’t working ?

### Solving the “Type Here to Search” Issue in Windows 10

One of the common problems that many Windows 10 users face is the “Type Here to Search” bar not working, either because the search box is dysfunctional or because it doesn’t launch search results properly. This can be extremely frustrating when you rely on the search feature every day to move around your system. In this post, we’ll provide a quick guide on how to identify and fix the “Type Here to Search” issue in Windows 10.

#### Step 1: Troubleshooting the Problem

Initially, it is important to run Windows’ built-in troubleshooters to identify and resolve any underlying problems with indexing and searching. To do this:

1. Press **Windows Key + I** to open the Settings.
2. Navigate to **Update and Security > Troubleshoot**.
3. Under the System section, select **Search and Indexing** and click on **Run the troubleshooter**.

This tool addresses common problems and attempts to fix them without the need for manual intervention or knowledge of the underlying causes.

#### Step 2: Reset the Windows Search Service

If the built-in troubleshooter fails to resolve the issue, you can try resetting the Windows search service:

1. **Restart the Windows Search Service**:
– Press **Windows Key + X** and select **Task Manager** from the menu.
– Find the **Windows Search** service in the Processes tab and end the task.
– Alternatively, in Task Manager, go to the **Services** tab, find **Windows Search** and set its status to **Disabled** and then back to **Automatic**, to reset it.

2. **Run SFC (System File Checker)**:
– Open an elevated Command Prompt by right-clicking the Start button and selecting **Command Prompt (Admin)**.
– Input the command: `sfc /scannow` and follow the instructions to replace broken or modified system files.

3. **Restart Explorer.exe**: Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the issue.
– Right-click the Taskbar and select **Task Manager**.
– Navigate to the **Processes** tab and find **Windows Explorer**.
– Right-click it and choose **Restart**.

#### Step 3: Reinstall Windows 10 Apps

If the above steps fail to solve the issue, there’s a chance the built-in start menu apps might be corrupted. Here’s how to reinstall them:

– Open the **PowerShell as an Administrator** and run the command: `Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)AppXManifest.xml”`

This command re-installs all built-in apps which should solve if any of these Windows store apps have become corrupt or disappeared.

#### Step 4: Reset to Default Settings

If the issue remains after all of the above steps, consider resetting your computer to its default settings and reinstalling updates. However, this is a last-resort action as it can erase user settings.

– Go to the **Windows Start Menu**, and type **Reset this PC** and click on the option.
– Select **Keep my files** to preserve your files while restoring the system.
– Follow the steps provided to reload your system. After the reset, it is recommended to reinstall all the necessary software and updates.

*Note:* Before following this step, ensure you back up all important data because the reset might affect user settings.

#### Conclusion

Resolving the problem of the “Type Here to Search” functionality not working in Windows 10 can usually be done by running a few simple steps. Through running built-in troubleshooters, manually restarting and reconfiguring services, and as a last resort, reinstalling or resetting the system, you should be able to regain functionality of the search bar. In the rare event that these steps do not work, you may have to investigate further and potentially seek more specialized assistance from the Microsoft community forums or forums like Spiceworks, where more technical solutions are discussed and available.

If all else fails, consider reaching out to Microsoft support for a more in-depth solution. Remember, regular backups are always a good practice in ensuring you don’t lose access to essential work and personal files.