Windows 10: Can't search in Windows anymore or uninstall programs

Discus and support Can't search in Windows anymore or uninstall programs in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; So some context. This started about 3 days ago to be exact before I updated my windows to the latest version today. 3 days ago I noticed I could not... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Asterisk1o9, Apr 2, 2020.

  1. Can't search in Windows anymore or uninstall programs


    So some context. This started about 3 days ago to be exact before I updated my windows to the latest version today. 3 days ago I noticed I could not right click to copy or paste as the options were no longer in the selection. That was fine since I had control c and v. Fast forward to today and I noticed I could no longer search after clicking the windows menu button. That was fine since I just had to manually go through the menu to find what I needed. Then I tried to uninstall Microsoft teams since I don't enjoy it popping up on startup nor do I use it. Can't do that. Tried to uninstall some other programs just to make sure and can't do that either. The issue? Whenever I click on the search or to uninstall a program it's almost like it double clicks, so it opens and closes the search immediately, and it opens the uninstall option just to click out of the secondary prompt before I can do anything. So with all these issues piling up I updated windows to the current build and still no dice, although I got my copy and past functions back so not all bad. I've already tried restarting windows explorer multiple times, changing mice just to make sure it's not a mouse issue, and nothing. Not sure what's going on here or what to do anymore.

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    /u/Asterisk1o9, Apr 2, 2020
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  2. can't uninstall program

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community. I appreciate your effort in resolving this issue.

    - Did you try un-installing the program from programs and features?

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Repairing or removing programs

    To uninstall programs, go to Settings.
    • On the Start menu, then select Settings.
    • Select System > Apps & features.
    • Select the program, then select Uninstall. Some apps that are built in to Windows can’t be uninstalled.
    • Follow the directions on the screen.
    If you are still unable to uninstall the program, follow the steps below.

    • In Search, enter Control Panel and select Control Panel.
    • Select Programs > Programs and Features, then select the program.
    • Select the program, then select Uninstall. Some apps that are built in to Windows can’t be uninstalled.
    • Follow the directions on the screen.

    Let us know the status.

    Regards,

    Guru Kiran
     
    Guru Kiran G, Apr 2, 2020
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  3. davidhk Win User
    Windows 10 cannot search programs anymore


    RE : right click at Start button > Search option is on the list


    Can't search in Windows anymore or uninstall programs [​IMG]
     
    davidhk, Apr 2, 2020
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  4. Can't search in Windows anymore or uninstall programs

    How to uninstall corrupt program (print master)

    Hello,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am glad to assist you on this.

    I would suggest you to follow the below steps to uninstall print master program and see if it helps.

    • In search type Programs and Features and hit enter.
    • Select the program from the list.
    • Click on Uninstall and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
    Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    ThofikhAhamad, Apr 2, 2020
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