Windows 10: Windows search missing results

Discus and support Windows search missing results in Cortana to solve the problem; Hello, I have some users who all suddenly started reporting incomplete/inaccurate search results on networked drives. When using windows search to... Discussion in 'Cortana' started by Frank V Ricciardi, May 13, 2020.

  1. Windows search missing results


    Hello,


    I have some users who all suddenly started reporting incomplete/inaccurate search results on networked drives. When using windows search to look for files by name, results which should appear simply do not.


    I have already done the following.


    1 Cleared and rebuild the search indexes on the server and workstations

    2 Added the networked drives to a library on the workstations

    3 applied all the latest windows updates


    Any help or troubleshooting steps would be most appreciated.

    :)
     
    Frank V Ricciardi, May 13, 2020
    #1

  2. Disable Web Search Results in Windows 10 Start Menu

    Hi Taira,

    Disabling web results in the search box depends on the version and build of your Windows 10. We suggest checking the Windows 10 version and build installed on your computer. To check the version and build, follow the steps below:

    • On Cortana search, type winver and press
      Enter
      .
    • A pop-up box will appear containing the version and build of your operating system.

    Meanwhile, you can try these steps on how to disable web results in the search box:

    • Click the search box in the taskbar.
    • Select the Notebook icon
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      in the left pane.
    • Click Settings from the list.
    • In the Settings page, turn off the Cortana can give you suggestions, ideas, reminders, alerts and more option.
    • Also, turn off the Search online and include web results option.

    If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.
     
    Gerard Qui, May 13, 2020
    #2
  3. Arul_D Win User
    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, May 13, 2020
    #3
  4. Windows search missing results

    Missing search results after Windows 10 Upgrade

    Hello I tried these exact steps and I still do not get search results.

    Is there anything that can become "corrupted" with "search permissions" as the troubleshooter suggested.

    It is strange that this is only happening with the "Documents" folder that I have changed locations to another drive.
     
    LukeD432345, May 13, 2020
    #4
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