Windows 10: Windows Search & Indexing not running

Discus and support Windows Search & Indexing not running in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I'm running Win 10 Pro and Windows Search and Indexing are not running. I can't turn them on. I'm thinking my only recourse is to reload Windows, but I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by ScottEudy1, Jul 31, 2020.

  1. Windows Search & Indexing not running


    I'm running Win 10 Pro and Windows Search and Indexing are not running. I can't turn them on. I'm thinking my only recourse is to reload Windows, but I don't want to end up with the same problem again. Any advice?

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    ScottEudy1, Jul 31, 2020
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  2. Paolo Mag Win User

    Search - Indexing not running

    Hello,

    One of the possible reasons why you're having issues when using search is because of a corrupted user profile. For us to assist you, we suggest that you create another account with administrator privileges and try to use the search feature again. Here's an
    article that you can visit to see how to do it:
    Create a local user or administrator account in Windows 10
    .

    If the issue persists, we suggest that you perform the steps listed below to correct the settings of your Indexed folder:

    • Press the Start button.
    • Type %LocalAppData%.
    • Select Packages.
    • Click on windows.immersivecontrolpanel_cw5n1h2txyewy.
    • Choose LocalState.
    • Right-click the Indexed folder.
    • Click Properties.
    • Click Advanced.
    • Click the checkbox beside Allow files in this folder to have contents indexed in addition to file properties so that a check mark appears.
    • Click OK.
    • Click Apply.
    • Click OK. A window with a progress bar will pop up as the folder is indexed.
    • Click OK when the indexing progress is finished.

    After doing the steps provided, kindly try to use the search feature again.

    Kindly update us with the results and if you need further assistance, feel free to post back.
     
    Paolo Mag, Jul 31, 2020
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  3. Windows 10 search index not running

    Hello,



    Thank you for posting you query in Microsoft Community. Your interest on Windows 10 is appreciated.

    I can understand the inconvenience that you are facing with the issue. We are glad to help you.



    I would suggest you to try the following methods:

    Method 1: Search and Indexing Troubleshooter

    Run the Search and Indexing Troubleshooter to diagnose the exact issue.

    Follow the steps mentioned below.

    • a. Type “Troubleshooting” without quotes in the Search box and hit enter.
    • b. Select “View all” option from the left panel.
    • c. Select “Search and Indexing”.
    • d. Follow the on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter.


    Method 2:

    I suggest you to perform system file checker. Follow the steps below which will help you:

    • Press Windows key + X, click Command Prompt (Admin).
    • In the Command Prompt, type the following command, and then press ENTER:

      sfc /scannow
    The sfc /scannow command will scan all protected system files, and replace corrupted files with a cached copy that is located in a compressed folder at %WinDir%\System32\dllcache.

    You can follow the steps in the following article:

    System file check (SFC) Scan and Repair System Files & DISM to fix things SFC cannot



    Hope this resolves your issue. Feel free to get back to us for further queries. We will be happy to assist you.



    Thank you.
     
    Jenith_James, Jul 31, 2020
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  4. Jan Del Win User

    Windows Search & Indexing not running

    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, Jul 31, 2020
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