Microsoft is fixing one of the most baffling things about Windows 11 — 'spam' in search results
Microsoft is addressing a significant issue with Windows 11's search functionality. The operating system will now prioritize local files and apps over web results, which were often irrelevant. This change aims to enhance user experience and usability in searching for content.
- ▪Microsoft is fixing the search functionality in Windows 11 to prioritize local results.
- ▪Previously, web results often surfaced first, which frustrated users.
- ▪The change is part of a recent Windows 11 preview build aimed at improving search relevance.
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Computing Software Windows Microsoft is fixing one of the most baffling things about Windows 11 — 'spam' in search results News By Darren Allan published 20 May 2026 Why didn't this happen long before now? Search me When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Phovoir / Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Microsoft is applying an important fix to Windows 11 searchThe taskbar search box will no longer surface web results as a priority in some casesThis was baffling behavior at times — and part of promoting Bing and Edge — so it's good to see…
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