Windows 10: Can't type in Windows 10 search bar & Windows + x does not open anything

Discus and support Can't type in Windows 10 search bar & Windows + x does not open anything in Cortana to solve the problem; Out of the blue, I am unable to type in the search box. I saw in a previous thread someone was told to press windows+x to open window and to type... Discussion in 'Cortana' started by sheiladavenport, Aug 11, 2020.

  1. Can't type in Windows 10 search bar & Windows + x does not open anything


    Out of the blue, I am unable to type in the search box. I saw in a previous thread someone was told to press windows+x to open window and to type something but when I try, nothing happens.

    :)
     
    sheiladavenport, Aug 11, 2020
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  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Aug 11, 2020
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  3. Windows 10 download speed issues

    Try this method:
    • First of all from Start Menu, open Settings (Type settings in the search bar and it will appear).
    • locate and select “Update and Security“.
    • in this window, Locate “Advanced Options”. Click on it.
    • In Advanced Options; Click on “Choose How Updates are Delivered“.
    • Turn off Updates from more than one place.
    Your system will not work as a seeder for other Windows 10 users. It will give sudden boast to your Slow internet speed.
     
    lorraine walsh, Aug 11, 2020
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  4. John Ado Win User

    Can't type in Windows 10 search bar & Windows + x does not open anything

    John Ado, Aug 11, 2020
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