Windows 10: Windows Search broken after updating to 2004 (can't find simple stuff)

Discus and support Windows Search broken after updating to 2004 (can't find simple stuff) in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; So I don't use the search function that often as most of the time I just go through File Explorer to find whatever I'm looking for. However, after the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/lyteshadow12, Jul 14, 2020.

  1. Windows Search broken after updating to 2004 (can't find simple stuff)


    So I don't use the search function that often as most of the time I just go through File Explorer to find whatever I'm looking for. However, after the recent update to 2004, I have noticed that Windows can't find basic stuff including things like Notepad, Disk Cleanup, Task Scheduler etc. I already tried running the troubleshooter but everything seems to be running fine. Would resetting Search fix this? Or what could be the cause of this? Thanks.

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    /u/lyteshadow12, Jul 14, 2020
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  3. nfshp253 Win User
    Broken Jump Lists after upgrading to 2004

    Hi, I am suddenly facing issues with the Jump Lists after upgrading to version 2004. For some reason, when I try to access recent files (that have not been moved), Windows thinks that the file is not there. This happens randomly to some files. I've attached an example of such an issue with using the Jump Lists for Notepad++. Anyone know a solution to this?


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    nfshp253, Jul 14, 2020
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  4. Windows Search broken after updating to 2004 (can't find simple stuff)

    Can't find "Windows Update" on Search

    Hi Jacob,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    We appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

    We apologize for the inconvenience caused.



    Let's try to follow these methods, mentioned below:

    Method 1:

    If issue persist, I suggest you to run System file checker. System File checker (SFC) scan is done to check if there are any corrupted system files that could be causing this issue. Kindly follow the below given steps:


    • Press Windows key + X, select
      Command prompt (Admin) to bring up elevated Command prompt.

    • In Command prompt type sfc/scannow and press enter.

    • Restart the computer.
    Try to refer to the below link:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833

    Note: Steps mentioned for Windows 8/8.1, will work fine with Windows 10.

    If the issue still persists, follow the Method 2.

    Method 2:

    Step 1:

    1. Type Settings in the Search bar on Windows 10, then go to Update & security option.

    2. In the Update & security Window, go to Windows Update option.

    Step 2:

    • Type Windows update in the Search bar on Windows 10, then go to Windows update settings or Check for updates.

    Step 3:

    • Type update in the Search bar on Windows 10, then go to Check for updates.
    Step 4:

    1. Click on Windows key+ I, then Settings Window will open on Windows 10, then go to Update & security option.

    2. In the Update & security Window, go to Windows Update option.



    Hope this information helps you. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue, so that we can assist you further.



    Thank you.
     
    AntonyJose, Jul 14, 2020
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