Windows 10: Windows Spotlight not working.

Microsoft downloading a new lock screen photo daily has suddenly stopped. I have tried several "solutions" on the net to include regedits. One of these solutions suggests going to web/screen and deleting img105 (this is the beginning of their solution).


When I go to Advanced Security Settings for img105, only the TrustedInstaller has the authorization to delete the file. First, I don't know how to change myself into TrustedInstaller and, if I did know how to assume control, I wouldn't know how do describe myself to the computer.


I am the only one that uses this computer. Once in awhile I have to change into administrator which I do, and then exit out as administrator. Other than that, I don't have cause to mess with identities. I am a user named Fred. I guess what I'm saying is when I sign into the computer using my password, I have no idea what identity the computer is recognizing.


I messed around on the Advanced Settings page and "Fred (Marilyn-PC\Fred)" is now designated as owner. No doubt the ownership shouldn't be written that way. (My computer name is "Marilyn-PC")


The articles on the net throw around the idea of me "assuming ownership" re TrustedInstaller as if I should know how to do that.


And when some kind soul answers this missive with instructions re assuming control, I still am left with the problem that my daily Lock Screen from MS is fouled up.


***Modified title from: [Trying to solve lock screen problems has confused me completely]***

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Spotlight

Hi,

Windows spotlight is an option for the lock screen background that displays different background images and occasionally offers suggestions on the lock screen. For us to better isolate your concern, we'd like to gather more information:

• Is there a way for you to provide us a screenshot?
• Have you made any recent changes before this issue occur?
• Are you able to use spotlight before?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you follow these steps to modify Lock screen background to spotlight:

• Open Settings.
• Click Personalization and select Lock screen.
• Under Background, choose Windows spotlight.

Keep us posted if you need additional help.

 

Windows Spotlight on the lock screen

Hi,

There are multiple causes on why you're encountering this issue. To further troubleshoot the issue, we suggest that you disable and re-enable Spotlight. Simply follow the steps below:

• Right-click on the desktop and open Personalize.
• Open Lock Screen tab.
• Under Background, switch from Windows Spotlight to a Picture or the Slideshow.
• Click OK and close the Window.
• Now Log off and log in.
• Navigate to Lock screen and enable Windows Spotlight again.

Let us know how it works.

 

spotlight is not working

Hi,

One of the possible causes why Windows Spotlight is not working is due to a corrupted system file or user profile.

To further assist you, please answer the following:

• When did the issue happen?
• Were there any changes made on your computer prior this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• Which version and build of Windows 10 are you using?
• Can you please describe what issue with Windows Spotlight do you encounter? (ex:
  Windows Spotlight image is not changing)

We will wait for your response.