Windows 10: Can't type anything in File Explorer Search box

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  1. DEEPAKKUMAR_647
    DeepakKumar_647 Win User

    Can't type anything in File Explorer Search box


    Can't type anything in File Explorer Search box. Search box is greyed out

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    DeepakKumar_647, May 3, 2020
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  2. MAESTRO2711
    Maestro2711 Win User

    File Explorer Search Not Working


    I am trying to search in File Explorer (Windows Explorer, My Computer) and it will not find anything. I can copy text from a name in the list and paste it in the search box and it still finds nothing. I have looked at the suggestions that have been posted and nothing I find that is relative to this works. Anyone have any suggestions? I am running Win 10 Pro on an I3 coustom desktop computer.
     
    Maestro2711, May 3, 2020
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  3. ARUL_D
    Arul_D Win User
    File Explorer - Search box

    Hello,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am sorry to know that you are facing issues with Windows 10.

    If you're having problems locating specific files, folders, or other items on your computer, try using the Search and Indexing troubleshooter to fix the problem. It makes sure that the Windows Search service is running, and checks
    to see whether you have the correct permissions to search all the directories on your computer.

    I would suggest you to try the below methods and check if it helps.

    Method 1:

    Go to Control Panel. In the search box, type troubleshooter, and then click
    Troubleshooting. Click View all, and then click
    Search and Indexing.

    Method 2:

    I would suggest you to reset the Windows explorer. Please follow the steps:

    1. Press
    Ctrl + Shift + Esc and locate for Windows Explorer.

    2. Right click on the
    Windows Explorer and click on End task.

    3. On top of the Task Manager click on
    File and click on Run new task.

    4. Type
    explorer.exe inside the box and hit Enter.

    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Arul_D, May 3, 2020
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  4. MRGEEK
    mrgeek Win User

    Can't type anything in File Explorer Search box

    Search boxes inside windows not working

    "ellellell1 said:
    • File > Change folder and search options > View
    • Scroll down until you see 'When typing into list view'
    • Choose 'Automatically type into the Search Box'
    • Then 'Apply'
    Where do I have to do that? I dont understand what that is."

    Let's you click in File explorer Search box and type whether you see cursor or not. type in the


    Can't type anything in File Explorer Search box [​IMG]
     
    mrgeek, May 3, 2020
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