How to Enable Desktop Search Box in Windows 11
A desktop search box in Windows 11 lets you find files and web pages right from your desktop.
This search box acts like a quick shortcut, saving you the step of opening a web browser for simple searches.
This handy feature is currently being tested in Windows 11, specifically in preview versions like 23H2, often available to those in the Microsoft Insider program.
When you type into this box, Windows 11 searches your computer’s files and the internet via Bing.
Right-click an empty space on your desktop, select “Show more options,” then click “Show search” to toggle it on or off. This feature is currently limited to the Windows Insider Preview program.
How to show or hide the desktop search box
You can show or hide the search box directly on your Windows 11 desktop. Right-click an empty spot, select ‘Show more options,’ and then click ‘Show search’ to toggle it on or off. This setting controls whether the search bar is visible.
Managing the search bar involves these steps. You don't need administrator privileges for this.
- Right-click on an empty space on your desktop.
- Select "Show more options" from the menu that pops up.
- Click on "Show search" to toggle it on or off.
And that's it!
Summary
- The desktop search box is a tool for quick web and file searching.
- It is currently limited to users in the Microsoft Insider Preview program.
- You can toggle the search box by right-clicking the desktop, choosing "Show more options," and selecting "Show search."
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