Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 Search Box by Prioritizing Local Results Over Web Promotions
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On July 13, Microsoft announced multiple improvements to the search box in Windows 11, rolling out to Windows Insider Program participants. The company aims to provide faster, more relevant, and user-friendly search experiences based on user feedback, focusing on local results.
The updated search interface simplifies the home screen by reducing visual noise and removing promotional content from web search results. Users will now see the most relevant answers first, making it easier to identify what will open before clicking. Additionally, users can choose to display web and Microsoft Store suggestions alongside local search results.
Microsoft's enhancements also include improved handling of typos and partial words in app searches, ensuring that local content ranks higher than web suggestions when applicable. The company plans to continue refining these features based on user feedback, with no further timeline disclosed at the time of publication.
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[ITmedia News] 「Windows 11」の検索ボックス改善へ──Web結果の宣伝を排除、ローカル結果を優先
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