Windows 10: Apps missing from search and start menu

Discus and support Apps missing from search and start menu in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; All my apps, excel, word, outlook, vpn, are missing from start menu and search.Some apps however, are still around, etc: discord / line / netflix.I've... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by BlueSoapr, Oct 12, 2021.

  1. BlueSoapr Win User

    Apps missing from search and start menu


    All my apps, excel, word, outlook, vpn, are missing from start menu and search.Some apps however, are still around, etc: discord / line / netflix.I've tried every solution I googled but none of them works.I did:1. https://superuser.com/questions/947392/windows-10-search-cant-find-any-applications-even-calculator2. Rebuilding index3. Rebooting pc4. Creating new userAny other ideas? Thanks.

    :)
     
    BlueSoapr, Oct 12, 2021
    #1
  2. Rose Cal Win User

    missing icons in start menu

    Hi Wickiwizard,

    It is possible that the icon of your apps in Start menu is missing due to a corrupted system files. To provide you the accurate resolution, kindly answer the following questions:

    • Have you made any recent changes prior to this issue?
    • Does this happen only with icons in Start menu?
    • What troubleshooting steps you've done so far?

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you perform the steps in this
    article
    on how to troubleshoot problems with Start menu or Cortana.

    If the issue still persists, we recommend that you follow the suggestion shared by
    Meliton Dec on this thread.
    The given troubleshooting steps will help repair or reset not only missing apps but also lost icon.

    Keep us posted if you need additional help.
     
    Rose Cal, Oct 12, 2021
    #2
  3. Start Menu Search Missing

    Hi,

    There could be changes or updates performed on your computer that caused this problem with your start menu search. Have you tried running the
    Start menu troubleshooter? If you haven't yet, then we suggest running it for us to further isolate the problem. Check out
    Try the troubleshooter from this link.

    Please verify also if the search bar is enabled in the taskbar. To check, right-click the Taskbar, then navigate to
    Cortana > Show search box as shown in the photo below:


    Apps missing from search and start menu a60a98cd-0534-4915-8f00-57faf58f344e.png


    If Search is still missing in the Start menu, then please run the command below in Windows PowerShell. Follow these steps:

    • In the Cortana search, type in PowerShell, then right-click
      Windows PowerShell in the search results.
    • At the command prompt, type in the command below and hit Enter.

    Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}

    powershell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $Env:SystemRoot\WinStore\AppxManifest.XML

    Let us know the result so we can further assist you.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, Oct 12, 2021
    #3
  4. Apps missing from search and start menu

    Start Menu Search

    Hi,

    About your issue regarding the Start menu or Search, in order for us to assist you better. Please answer the question:

    • Were there any recent changes made to your system prior to the issue?

    In the meantime, we suggest you to check this link:
    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana
    . It contains troubleshooting steps prior to the issue.

    We'll look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Oct 12, 2021
    #4
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