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Simple Ways to Fix the Search Results Aren’t Quite Ready Yet Error
Rebuild the search index and bring back search results
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Published onAugust 2, 2024
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Windows has a search feature that allows it to perform an internet search if the result is not available but if you run into asearch results aren’t quite ready yetmessage, it could be a network issue or indexing failed.
More often than not,system files may be corruptthat affects search functionality but recent changes like a Windows Update may also play a part especially if there are known bugs or glitches in the update.
What can I do if the search results aren’t quite ready yet?
1. Run the Indexing troubleshooter
2. Restart the Windows Search service
3. Rebuild the search index
4. Run DISM and SFC scans
5. Change your system display language
Indexing and your system language are interconnected and if the current language settings have some compatibility issues, there may be a need to adjust it to language-specific configurations. Sometimes, setting it to one language and switching back can also do the trick as it will force an update.
6. Uninstall recent Windows update
7. Create a new user profile
Additional tips to enhance search indexing and results
Also, ensure your system is always up-to-date and you have a stable and fast internet connection. Elsewhere, ifweb results are unavailable on your Windows search, we know what to do to get them back. And if you wish toget rid of web results from your Start Menu, feel free to check out our expert article.
You can alsoexplore other search toolsif the built-in Windows Search is presenting a lot of problems.
Have you encountered this error before? Which one of the solutions above helped fix it? Let us know in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
