Windows 10: Recurring Windows Search Index Issue on ARM Devices

Discus and support Recurring Windows Search Index Issue on ARM Devices in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I’ve been experiencing a recurring issue where Windows Search becomes unresponsive, and I have to rebuild the index each time. I'm using a Windows ARM... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Ding Liang Lim, Jun 10, 2025.

  1. Recurring Windows Search Index Issue on ARM Devices


    I’ve been experiencing a recurring issue where Windows Search becomes unresponsive, and I have to rebuild the index each time. I'm using a Windows ARM device Surface Laptop 7, but I’ve also encountered the same issue on a Surface Pro 11, which suggests the problem isn’t hardware-related.Most of the data on my C: drive consists of PST files, and I’ve already run ScanPST on all of them to repair any corruption. Despite this, the issue persists—especially when the same PST files are loaded onto both devices.I’ve also run CHKDSK, and no disk errors were found. Given

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    Ding Liang Lim, Jun 10, 2025
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  2. Arun B J Win User

    Windows 10 Windows Search / Indexing Stops Completing

    Hi,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps

    • Press Windows key + R.
    • Type Services.msc In the search box.
    • Select Windows Search
    • Restart the services and set the service as Automatic
    If the issue persist try performing Rebuilding Index again.

    To rebuild the index follow the steps below:

    • Open the Control Panel from the Start menu.
    • Open Indexing Options in the Control Panel.
    • Select the Advanced button in the Indexing Options window.
    • Select Rebuild in the Troubleshooting section of the Advanced Options window.
    • Select OK when it asks if you’re sure you want to re-build the search index.


    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help
     
    Arun B J, Jun 10, 2025
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  3. Jan Del Win User
    Windows 10 indexing / search

    Hi Erik,

    System conflict is one of the possible reasons why the index built will not function properly. We suggest running the Search and Indexing troubleshooter by following these steps to resolve your issue:

    • Open Control Panel.
    • In the search box, type troubleshooting.
    • Click on Troubleshooting.
    • Click on View all.
    • Select Search and Indexing and select the proper scenario that you are experiencing on indexing and click
      Next for the troubleshooting to begin.
    Update us with the outcome so we can provide you further assistance.
     
    Jan Del, Jun 10, 2025
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  4. Arul_D Win User

    Recurring Windows Search Index Issue on ARM Devices

    Windows 10 search not indexing Outlook 2013, no search results

    Hi,

    Thank you for your interest in using Windows 10.

    Let's diagnose the issue by referring to the following suggestion and check if that helps you.

    First of all, I would suggest you to check if the
    Windows Search
    Service is running in Automatic mode under the list of Windows services. You can follow the steps to check and start the
    Windows Search again:

    • Press Windows+R keys to open Run. Type “servces.msc” without quotes and hit
      Enter.
    • From the list of services, locate the Windows Search Support Service
      and Windows Search Service.
    • Right click on the Windows Search Service
      and then click on Properties.
    • Check if the service is running. If not, start the service and change the
      Startup type to Automatic.
    • Follow the same steps to start the Bluetooth service
      and change the startup type to Automatic.
    You can also try the following suggestion.

    Run the Search and Indexing troubleshooter. Follow the steps mentioned below.

    • Press “Windows key + W”.
    • Type “Troubleshooting” without quotes in the Search box and hit enter.
    • Select “View all” option from the left panel.
    • Select “Search and Indexing”.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter.
    Hope this information helps you. Please do let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Arul_D, Jun 10, 2025
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