What causes the Search to not respond?
There are a few things that can cause this issue.
Method 1: Run ctfmon.exe
Usually, the issue is caused because your Language bar is turned off. Ctfmon.exe is the file responsible for controlling this feature. So, running the ctfmon.exe file resolves the issue. Running this file will fix the issue. You should be able to type in the Windows search. Note: You might have to repeat these steps on every reboot (or every once in a while). So if you notice the problem is back then simply repeat these steps and you should be good to go. You can also follow the steps given below to make some changes in the registry so you don’t have to repeat this task on every reboot. However, we will suggest you wait a little bit to see if the problem comes back or not. If it does, then apply the solution given below
Method 2: Reinstall All Default Apps
Sometimes this problem can be caused by an issue/corruption with the default apps of the system and simply reinstalling your default apps will fix the issue. Follow the steps given below to run a simple command that will reinstall the default apps for you. Type PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted and press Enter This should resolve the issue for you. Note: If this doesn’t work then restart your computer and check again. If the problem still isn’t solved the follow the steps given below. Once the command is run, reboot and check if the issue is rectified or not. Note: If this doesn’t work then restart your computer and check again.
Method 3: End Task Cortana
Since Cortana runs in the background and it keeps running in the background, the issue can be caused by the Cortana itself especially if it stops responding. A lot of users fixed the issue by simply stopping the Cortana via Task Manager. You don’t have to worry about restarting Cortana, it automatically starts itself after a while. So, follow the steps given below to End Task Cortana. This should rectify the issue. The search should be working fine now.
Method 4: Import MsCtfMonitor.xml from another Windows 10
MsCtfMonitor is a Microsoft’s own task with the sole purpose of monitoring the TextServicesFramework system service. The TextServicesFramework system service provides a simple and scalable framework for the delivery of advanced text input and natural language technologies. In some cases, the MsCtfMonitor scheduled task might not be started or it might have gotten corrupted which leads to this issue. Simply running the MsCtfMonitor task or importing the MsCtfMonitor.xml file from another Windows 10 machine with its search working properly. The problem should go away once the task is up and running.
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