Windows 10: I cant access the start menu with a left click any longer nor my calendar or the search box

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  1. DR MICHAEL BREWER
    Dr Michael Brewer Win User

    I cant access the start menu with a left click any longer nor my calendar or the search box


    I cant access the start menu with a left click any longer nor my calendar or the search box, please help! Also, I cant locate my Word and Excel, etc apps*** Microsoft 365 and Office / Subscription, account, billing / For business / Domains in Microsoft 365 ***

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    Dr Michael Brewer, Aug 31, 2022
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  2. PHILLIP PIO
    Phillip Pio Win User

    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, Aug 31, 2022
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  3. PARTH P PATEL
    Parth P Patel Win User
    Can't edit start menu left side items

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting on Microsoft Community. I apologies for delay in response. I will certainly help you with this.

    You can remove any unwanted app from “most used” app list and that will replace by other less used app. To remove the app, right click on app and click on “Don’t show in list”.

    To remove the folder that appears on the Start menu, I suggest you to follow the below given steps and check if it works:

    • Press Windows key and type Start settings in search box and hit enter.
    • Click on Start in the left panel.
    • Click or tap on the “Choose which folder appears on Start”.
    • Toggle the button off for the folder that you want to remove from the Start menu.

    Hope this information helps. Reply with the updated issue detail for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Parth P Patel, Aug 31, 2022
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  4. BIGFOOT
    Bigfoot Win User

    I cant access the start menu with a left click any longer nor my calendar or the search box

    Start Menu Search Box Suddenly Changed

    Where you see the Start Menu for Windows 10 on the lower left side of your screen, there is usually a white box which reads 'Type here to search'. I can no longer type anything there on my desktop or laptop.

    I now get a black popup that has some apps at the top and other search items at the bottom. I just want to be able to type something into the search box.

    Is there a way to get it back to the way it was? Is this a result of a recent update? Any info or advice appreciated.
     
    Bigfoot, Aug 31, 2022
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