Windows 11 doesn't let you set a default search engine systemwide across all browsers, however. It's easy enough to set for each one, though, including Chrome , Firefox and Edge.

How to enable the new Desktop Search bar in Windows 11 If you were not selected to test for this feature, you can still manually enable it using a special tool called ViveTool.

Microsoft is testing a new search bar on the desktop in Windows 11. It is available for select users in the Dev channel, and this guide will show you how to enable or disable it after testing.

A recent Windows 11 change will let links in the Start search bar and other areas of the OS open in the default browser, whatever that might be.