Windows Spotlight Not Working

Question

I purchased a new PC with pre-installed Windows 11 and activated with digital license. I also linked it with my Microsoft account. Then, I personalised windows background with windows spotlight. However, it has not been changing automatically since then. Would someone please resolve the issue.

Answer 1

Hi Ruman,

Yes, this is an ongoing issue. For my PC too, it doesn't change - I wonder if it is a bug from Microsoft.

Could you please try the steps here:

https://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2025/05/windows-spotlight-not-working-in-windows-11.html

I look forward to your response and am eager to collaborate until we find a solution.

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Answer 2

Please try these steps:

1. Press Windows Key + X key and select Run.
2. Paste following into the Run window:

%USERPROFILE%/AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.Windows.ContentDeliveryManager_cw5n1h2txyewy\LocalState\Assets

3. When Assets folder open, just select all the files in that folder and press the delete key. These files will be now moved to Recycle Bin.

After this, just restart your system and Windows Spotlight should start working as expected.

If issue still persists, refer other suggestions in this fix:

https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-windows-spotlight-not-working-in-windows-11

Let us know if this helps!

Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.