The Windows 10 search bar is an essential feature for quickly finding files, folders, and applications on your computer. However, sometimes, the search bar may fail to display the icons for specific applications, making them unclickable. In this article, we will discuss this issue in the context of Steam, OBS Studio, and League of Legends.
Steam
Steam is a popular gaming platform that allows users to download, install, and manage their games. If you're experiencing issues with the Steam icon not showing up in the Windows 10 search bar, try the following solutions:
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Run the Steam application as an administrator:Right-click on the Steam shortcut and select "Run as administrator." -
Reinstall Steam:Uninstall Steam, then download and install the latest version from the official website. -
Repair Steam:Right-click on the Steam shortcut and select "Properties." In the "Shortcut" tab, click on "Run as administrator" and "Change high DPI settings." Check the "Override high DPI scaling behavior" box and select "Application." Click "Apply" and "OK."
OBS Studio
OBS Studio is a free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming. If you're having trouble with the OBS Studio icon not showing up in the Windows 10 search bar, try the following solutions:
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Run the OBS Studio application as an administrator:Right-click on the OBS Studio shortcut and select "Run as administrator." -
Reinstall OBS Studio:Uninstall OBS Studio, then download and install the latest version from the official website. -
Repair OBS Studio:Right-click on the OBS Studio shortcut and select "Properties." In the "Shortcut" tab, click on "Run as administrator" and "Change high DPI settings." Check the "Override high DPI scaling behavior" box and select "Application." Click "Apply" and "OK."
League of Legends
League of Legends is a popular multiplayer online battle arena game. If you're experiencing issues with the League of Legends icon not showing up in the Windows 10 search bar, try the following solutions:
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Run the League of Legends application as an administrator:Right-click on the League of Legends shortcut and select "Run as administrator." -
Reinstall League of Legends:Uninstall League of Legends, then download and install the latest version from the official website. -
Repair League of Legends:Right-click on the League of Legends shortcut and select "Properties." In the "Shortcut" tab, click on "Run as administrator" and "Change high DPI settings." Check the "Override high DPI scaling behavior" box and select "Application." Click "Apply" and "OK."
If the icons for Steam, OBS Studio, or League of Legends are not showing up properly in the Windows 10 search bar and are unclickable, try running the applications as an administrator, reinstalling them, or repairing them. These solutions have been known to resolve the issue for many users.