Disabling Bing Web Search Results in Windows 10 Start Menu

In Windows 10, the Start Menu includes a search bar that allows users to search for apps, files, and web content. By default, the search results from the Start Menu include both local content and web search results powered by Bing. While this integration can be useful for some users, others may prefer to disable the web search results and only see local content when using the Start Menu search. This article will guide you through the process of disabling Bing web search results in the Windows 10 Start Menu, providing a more focused and streamlined search experience.

Examples:

1. Disabling Bing Web Search Results using Group Policy Editor:

   • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
   • Type "gpedit.msc" and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
   • Navigate to User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Start Menu and Taskbar.
   • Double-click on "Do not search the web or display web results in Search" policy.
   • Select the "Enabled" option and click Apply, then OK.
   • Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

2. Disabling Bing Web Search Results using Registry Editor:

   • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
   • Type "regedit" and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
   • Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer.
   • Right-click on the Explorer key and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value.
   • Name the new value "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions" and set its value to 1.
   • Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.