Use Windows 10 Start Menu Search Without Clicking Search Icon Or Box

Search without using the search box Instead, as Into Windows points out, just hit the Windows key and start typing. That will open up the Start menu and also search whatever you type in--no need to take your hands off your keyboard and you can remove the search box from the taskbar.

1. How do I add the search bar to the Start menu in Windows 10?
2. How do I search from the Start menu?
3. Does the Start menu has search box?
4. Why can't I use the search bar in Windows 10?
5. How do I get my search bar back?
6. How do I restore the search box in the Start menu?
7. What is the search box in the Start menu used for?
8. How do I get to the Start menu in Windows 10?
9. Why is my search bar gone?
10. How do I get rid of the search bar on my desktop?
11. What is search box in computer?

How do I add the search bar to the Start menu in Windows 10?

If your search bar is hidden and you want it to show on the taskbar, press and hold (or right-click) the taskbar and select Search > Show search box. If the above doesn't work, try opening taskbar settings. Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Taskbar.

How do I search from the Start menu?

Once you disable the search icon to save taskbar space, you still can search through your apps and documents.

1. Open the Start menu by pressing the Win key or clicking the Start button.
2. Do not click on any tile or icon.
3. On the keyboard, start typing the required term. ...
4. Use shortcuts to save your time.

Does the Start menu has search box?

The only option to have the search box is in the taskbar. You can change it from the text box to an icon so you can click it to search but that's all. ... The only option is to use a start menu replacement such as Classic Shell that emulates the way the Windows 7 start menu looked and has a search box where you want it.

Why can't I use the search bar in Windows 10?

To fix certain Windows 10 search problems, you need to rebuild Windows 10's index database. To do this, once again open the Settings app, and click 'Search'. On the left-hand menu, click 'Searching Windows', then under where it says “More Search Indexer Settings”, click 'Advanced Search Indexer Settings. '

How do I get my search bar back?

To add Google Chrome Search widget, long press on the home screen to select widgets. Now from Android Widget Screen, scroll to Google Chrome Widgets and press and hold the Search Bar. You can customize it like the way you want by long pressing the widget to adjust the width and position on the screen.

How do I restore the search box in the Start menu?

If you find that the search bar in the Start menu is missing, you can re-enable it through the Control Panel.

1. Open the Start menu and click "Control Panel."
2. Click "Uninstall A Program" under Programs.
3. Click "Turn Windows features on or off."
4. Click the box next to "Window Search" so a check mark appears in the box.

What is the search box in the Start menu used for?

To search for programs or files from the Start menu

Click the Start button , and then type a word or phrase in the Search box. As you type, items that match your text will appear on the Start menu. The search is based on text in the file name, text in the file, tags, and other file properties.

How do I get to the Start menu in Windows 10?

To open the Start menu—which contains all your apps, settings, and files—do either of the following:

1. On the left end of the taskbar, select the Start icon.
2. Press the Windows logo key on your keyboard.

Why is my search bar gone?

Related. When the search bar on your browser changes from Google to another search provider, or disappears altogether, it's usually caused by another application changing your search engine settings, sometimes without your permission.

How do I get rid of the search bar on my desktop?

Uninstall Toolbar:

1. Start > Control Panel (or Windows key + X in Windows 8)
2. select Programs & Features (Add/Remove Program in Windows XP)
3. Find the 'Toolbar ' in the list of programs. Select it and choose Uninstall/Remove option.

What is search box in computer?

A search box, search field or search bar is a graphical control element used in computer programs, such as file managers or web browsers, and on web sites.