Windows 7 windows search in the start bar

[jclark22]

hey all,

i having a bit of trouble with the windows search, i just did a fresh install however now i cannot go <start> and type in any command such as mstsc or cmd, all it comes up is a blank search saying "searching"

i have tried to re create the search database but still no luck

i mainly use this machine as a MCE

cheers

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're experiencing issues with the Windows search functionality after a fresh install. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem:

Troubleshooting Steps for Windows Search Issue:​

1. Check Windows Search Service:
   • Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
   • Locate Windows Search in the list of services.
   • Ensure that the service is running. If not, right-click on it and select Start.
   []Restart Windows Search Process:
   • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
   • Look for Windows Explorer under Processes, right-click it, and select Restart.
   []Check Windows Search Indexing Status:
   • Go to Settings > Search > Searching Windows.
   • Check if the indexing process is ongoing or stuck.
   []Rebuild the Search Index:
   • Go to Settings > Search > Searching Windows.
   • Click on "Advanced Search Indexer Settings."
   • Click on "Advanced" > "Rebuild" to recreate the search index.
   []Check for Windows Updates:
   • Make sure your Windows system is up to date with the latest updates.
   • Sometimes, updates can address search-related issues.
   []Check for System File Corruption:
   • Open a Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Run the command sfc /scannow to scan and repair system files if any corruption is detected.
   []Check for Third-Party Antivirus Interference:
   • Temporarily disable any third-party antivirus software to see if it's affecting the search functionality.
2. Run Windows Search Troubleshooter:
   • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot.
   • Run the "Search and Indexing" troubleshooter. After trying these steps, check if the Windows search issue persists. Hopefully, one of these methods will help in resolving the problem. Let me know if you need further assistance!