Windows Search Highlight is a feature introduced by Microsoft that adds visual elements and relevant information directly to your Windows search bar. It essentially makes the search bar more dynamic and informative beyond just a place to type queries.
According to the reference, "Search Highlights" is a feature that Microsoft previously released includes the images or illustrations in the search bar. This means you'll see icons or small images appear alongside the standard search box.
How Does Search Highlight Work?
The core functionality revolves around interaction with these visual elements. The reference explains:
- Interaction: You can view related info and images by moving your mouse over or clicking the illustration. This turns the search bar into an interactive space, offering a glimpse into trending topics, events, or interesting facts without needing to open a separate browser window immediately.
- Content: The information displayed is typically relevant to the visual itself. The reference states, "Usually, this information relates to the displayed illustrations on your search bar." For instance, an illustration related to a holiday might show facts or links about that holiday.
What Kind of Content Appears?
Search Highlights often feature:
- Trending topics: Popular searches or news stories of the day.
- Anniversaries and holidays: Information related to current dates.
- Local events: Sometimes tailored to your region.
- Bing content: As the feature is powered by Microsoft's search engine, it often showcases content similar to what you might see on the Bing homepage, such as "picture of the day" or popular quizzes.
This feature aims to make the search experience more engaging and informative right from the taskbar.
