Windows search bar flickers then closes

[Chloe Nam]

I'm unsure how long I've been having this problem (I haven't really used my computer much lately). Whenever I want to search something using the search bar, it flickers for a second then closes as if there's been a really quick double click? I first thought it was a mouse issue since it was occurring with games, other apps, start menu etc. I've updated mouse drivers, changed to a different mouse and it didn't make a difference. I checked for Windows updates and that's also not an issue. I found this thread: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/windows-search-bar-flashing-and-c

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