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12-09-2022 01:25 PM
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Windows Index is perhaps stuck, corrupted, broken, or trying to search a non-existent folder.
Solution:
Correct or Rebuild the Windows Search Index
Path to the Index
Navigate to Control Panel > icon view > Index
Help - Start here:
Fix problems in Windows Search
If you would like to do so, the subject is well covered in many articles on the 'net.
Search for "Windows index not working" or "windows search not working" (or similar).
The main steps are about the same - choose an article that matches your situation and skill level.
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