Windows Spotlight Not Working [upd]

Also User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Start Menu and Taskbar\Notifications – ensure nothing blocks dynamic content.

If Spotlight works on a new local user but not yours, migrate settings or recreate your account profile. windows spotlight not working

Sometimes a permissions glitch prevents Spotlight from writing new files. windows spotlight not working

This simple reset often fixes minor glitches where Spotlight is "stuck" on a specific photo. Windows Spotlight STILL won't work - Microsoft Q&A windows spotlight not working

Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers *ContentDeliveryManager* | Reset-AppxPackage

Here’s a deep-feature diagnostic and repair guide for on Windows 10 and 11.