Is your Windows 11 search bar unresponsive or missing? This common glitch can hinder productivity and needs a quick fix

Restart Windows Explorer from Task Manager. It refreshes the taskbar and often restores the search bar function

Run the built-in Search and Indexing Troubleshooter. Go to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other Troubleshooters

Try rebuilding the search index. Head to Control Panel > Indexing Options > Advanced > Rebuild to restore search accuracy

Use PowerShell to reinstall search components

If all else fails, check for Windows updates. Microsoft often patches such bugs in regular system updates