Windows 10: How to Get Rid of Icon in Taskbar Search Box

I have a brand new Windows 11 desktop. There is an icon inside the taskbar search box. I want to get rid of it. I don't want to hide the search box. I want to get rid of the picture inside of it. I have searched the internet where all of the information is 1 to 10 years and does not apply to my machine. Personalization > Taskbar isn't doing it.How do I get rid of that picture inside the taskbar search box on a brand new computer?Thank you.

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No search box on taskbar

Hi Keith,

Thank you for posting your response in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern about search box in Windows 10.

Please try the below and check if you can see search bar on taskbar:

Steps:

• Right click on Taskbar, move the mouse cursor on to
  Search option.
• Select Show Search icon (You will see Search icon beside Start)
• Select Show search bar (You will see Search bar beside Start)

Check with the above and let us know if it helps, we will be happy to help you.

 

Search box on taskbar missing.

Hi John,

This issue with search box may happen if it's hidden from the taskbar.

To resolve the issue, follow the steps below:

• Right-click on the taskbar and select Search.
• Select Show search box.

Feel free to post back if you have other concerns.

 

System Icons on taskbar

Hi,

Thank you for posting on Microsoft Communities.

Are you referring to the clock system icon on the taskbar?

If so, I suggest you to follow the steps mentioned below:

• 
  Click on the search bar on the taskbar.
  
• 
  Type system icons.
  
• 
  Under Turn System Icons ON or OFF, turn On the Clock and check with the issue.
  

Hope it helps.