Windows 10: Search bars and start menu broken

Discus and support Search bars and start menu broken in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Search bar in task bar does not accept any input and flickers when clicked, search bars in windows accept input but display only empty pages instead of... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by Alexander F.Wüst, Apr 8, 2020.

  1. Search bars and start menu broken


    Search bar in task bar does not accept any input and flickers when clicked, search bars in windows accept input but display only empty pages instead of search results. Right clicking in start menu won't work and I also can't open any cascading menus in the start menu.

    Had Windows reinstalled last night, did not work, also a problem with the Windows Apps folder, as I do not have permission to access, which means programs won't start that are stored there. Have taken ownership of the folder and all subsequent folders, but did not yield the wanted result.


    No idea what else to do.


    Thankful for any and all ideas.

    :)
     
    Alexander F.Wüst, Apr 8, 2020
    #1

  2. Issues with accessing apps throuhg Start Menu and Search bar on windows10.

    Hi Indrik,



    I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with Windows 10. I will certainly help you.



    This issue might occur if some system files is corrupt.



    To assist you better, please provided us the information below:

    • Are you getting any error message when you click on Start Menu?

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided in Microsoft Help Article about Start menu issues and also try to start Windows Search service. Check if it helps.



    Step 1: I recommend you to refer to the suggestion provided in the Microsoft Help Article and check if it helps.

    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us...ubleshoot-problems-opening-start-menu-cortana

    Step 2: I suggest you to try to start Windows Search services
    and check if it helps.

    1. Press Windows Key + R Key.

    2. Type "services.msc" without the quotes and click on it.

    3. Search for Windows Search.

    4. Double click on it and under Startup type, select
    Automatic.

    5. Then click on Start button.


    Note: If you are not able to change the Startup type, then continue starting the service by clicking on Start button.

    Please get back to us with an update on issue with using Start Menu and search bar, we will be happy to help.



    Thank you.
     
    Nyima Yonten, Apr 8, 2020
    #2
  3. 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, Apr 8, 2020
    #3
  4. Search bars and start menu broken

    No Search Bar in Start Menu

    Hello,

    My start menu has no search bar. I looked this up on the forum, and one answer was to go into Control Panel -> Programs & Features -> Turn Windows features on or off -> check mark the box for 'Windows Search' -> Reboot.

    Problem 1: 'Windows Search' is not on my list of Windows items that can be turned on or off.

    Where is the search bar?

    Problem 2: I need the search bar to find the Snipping Tool!

    Thanks Search bars and start menu broken :)
     
    Jon Chelberg, Apr 8, 2020
    #4
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