Windows 10: Cannot type into any field including search bar or Windows Explorer search bar

I uninstalled an update of windows as i was trying to troubleshoot a mouse connection issue. since the uninstall i have not been able to type into a search bar. I have tried several troubleshooting options on this forum with no positive results. one thing to note when i try the command prompt option i received this error. any help is appreciated



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Explorer Search Field/Folder Search Field is not working/unavailable

Hi, what is your full Windows build number? The forum prompted you for this and told you how to get it so we don't have to keep asking... Thanks.

This is important, as causes can vary with build.

There are many reports of 'can't type in search field' on the forum. Please feel free to search for these, note what you've tried and report back.

I have done that search for you- here are some examples:
Can't Type In Search Bar and Windows 10 Built-in Apps.
How To Enable Typing Into Search Field (Cortana field?)
Search bar in windows file explorer doesn't work

You will be able to find more.

Have you tried using a System Restore point?

 

not able to type in the search bar

Hi Rene,

If you meant the Cortana search bar, review the suggested solutions on these threads:

• Can't type in Windows 10 search bar.
• Can't type anything in Win 10 Apps (Cortana, Search, Calculator, Feedback, etc.)
  

Let us know how it goes.

 

Can't type in Search bars or login bar in browser.

Hi,

This can be caused by corrupted system files. To help resolve the issue, we suggest following the steps provided by Abdul_Malik in this
thread that was found helpful in resolving the same issue. After doing so, try using
the search bar and see if you can type anything on it.

Get back to us if you need further assistance.