Windows 10: windows search function getting even worse?

Discus and support windows search function getting even worse? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; for years now i've used the search function to open any program .. be it chrome, steam, settings or whatever. and the search was so consistent for... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/iRunFromTrolls, Apr 11, 2023.

  1. windows search function getting even worse?


    for years now i've used the search function to open any program .. be it chrome, steam, settings or whatever. and the search was so consistent for years that typing one letter was enough and i just typed c for chrome, L for league of legends and S for sound options. suddenly when typing S starts steam. after years. out of nowhere. aight. now i have to type SO for the sound options to come .. that worked for a month now .. and suddenly typing SO gives me solitaire????? i have never searched for solitaire in my life? wtf is this why is windows changing the search function to be worse?

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    /u/iRunFromTrolls, Apr 11, 2023
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  2. MattCorey Win User

    My search is not functioning

    1. Use the shortcut Ctrl-Shift-Esc to open the Task Manager.
    2. If you see only a handful programs listed by it click on the "more details" link.
    3. Locate "Cortana" under background processes.
    4. Right-click on the process and select "end task" from the context menu.
    The Cortana process is reloaded right away by the operating system.

    i strongly suggest u to follow step by step fix with pictures on Fix Windows 10 Search Not Working Easily (2023 Guide)
     
    MattCorey, Apr 11, 2023
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  3. search function

    Hello,

    A possible cause of this issue is a corrupted index. To help you resolve the issue, we suggest rebuilding the
    Windows Search Index. Rebuilding the
    Windows Search Index will get rid of corruptions. For the steps on how to perform this procedure, please follow the steps below.

    • Click the Start button.
    • Type Indexing Options.
    • Select Indexing Options.
    • Click Advanced. Click Yes, if prompted or enter the administrative password.
    • Go to Index Settings tab.
    • Click Rebuild.
    • Wait for the process to finish.
    The process may take a while to finish depending on your PC.

    Please respond back with the results.
     
    Devlin Sco, Apr 11, 2023
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    windows search function getting even worse?

    Windows 10 search function not working.

    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


    Method 1: Run the
    Search and Indexing troubleshooter.

    Follow the steps below and check if it helps.


    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.

    • Change the view by option on the top right to
      Large icons.

    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the
      view all option on the left panel.

    • Run the Search and Indexing
      troubleshooter.


    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
    Arun B J, Apr 11, 2023
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