Windows 10 cannot search programs anymore

davidhk said:

Well. Suggestions #2 and 3.

well it was report number 1, should i try number 3 anyways?

VenKazi said:

well it was report number 1, should i try number 3 anyways?

Yes.
After repair install is completed, please try to enable Cortana. That will simplify matter a lot.

davidhk said:

Yes.
After repair install is completed, please try to enable Cortana. That will simplify matter a lot.

two things.
1: i havent read into it much but will repair install is done would i loose all my stuff i:e games, pictures etc
2: are you sure there isnt something wrong with my windows services namely windows search? something i can do that will get the magnifying glass to work etc

VenKazi said:

two things.
1: i havent read into it much but will repair install is done would i loose all my stuff i:e games, pictures etc
2: are you sure there isnt something wrong with my windows services namely windows search? something i can do that will get the magnifying glass to work etc

#1. Repair Install allows you to keep your files, settings and apps.
No product key is required.
Activation is automatic.

#2. I do not have answer for that.
If you wish, please wait a bit. Someone might come along with an answer for that.

Side note :
This is just my speculation. I have no proof for that. None whatsoever.
I have the feeling you have done one registry editing too many.

davidhk said:

#1. Repair Install allows you to keep your files, settings and apps.
No product key is required.
Activation is automatic.

#2. I do not have answer for that.
If you wish, please wait a bit. Someone might come along with an answer for that.

Side note :
This is just my speculation. I have no proof for that. None whatsoever.
I have the feeling you have done one registry editing too many.

by registry editing what do you mean?

If you ask this question, then my speculation is unfounded and completely wrong.
I apologize. Please disregard.

davidhk said:

If you ask this question, then my speculation is unfounded and completely wrong.
I apologize. Please disregard.

not sure if insult on my intelligence or genuine mistake (its fine you helped me a bit anyhow)