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[Resolved] "Show search the internet button" doesn't work

December 11, 2025 6:50:08 PM from Stardock ForumsStardock Forums

The classic search icon cannot be disabled.



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Reply #1 December 11, 2025 7:04:59 PM
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Hello,
Sorry to hear you are having issues. Need more information.

  1. Windows full version and OS Build number.
  2. Start11 full version number.
  3. "Everything" search installed and turn on with in Start11?

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Basj,
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Reply #2 December 11, 2025 7:24:08 PM
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My system:

Windows 11 Professional 25H2 Build 26200.7171
Start 11 v2 2.56

"Everything" is deactivated.

 

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Reply #3 December 11, 2025 9:26:29 PM
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Hello,
I believe that option is for user to force use Bing or Google in internet Search, when disable, it suppose to use what ever Search engine you set on your browsers. But, I tested, it look like it always default to Bing. To be sure, I have forwarded your problem/question to Stardock Support Team for their assistance. Please keep an eye on this thread for any updates. We appreciate your feedback and patience. Thank you.

Basj,
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Reply #4 December 12, 2025 5:57:30 AM
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If it is not the button marked above, I would like to know which button is meant here: “Show 'search the internet' button.” 

The button in the taskbar? This will not be displayed even if the search field has been removed in the Windows settings.

Shouldn't the sentences actually read:

“Search the web”
“Show search the web button”

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Reply #5 December 16, 2025 5:15:15 PM
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Hi thomas-k,

Thanks for posting.  We now have this logged for review.

Internal Ref: ODNT-11789

Best regards,

Adam McGuinness
Stardock Support Specialist

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Reply #6 December 20, 2025 7:54:55 AM
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  • Resolved issue with filter bar in search still showing internet option when internet search link disabled

Confirmed. The problem has been fixed.

My system:


Windows 11 Professional 25H2 Build 26200.7171
Start 11 v2 2.60 Beta

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