microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys

[Command Palette] "Run commands" no longer showing in global results

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Since Jun 12, 2026.

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Description

Microsoft PowerToys version

0.98.0

Installation method

WinGet

Area(s) with issue?

Command Palette

Steps to reproduce
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As you can see in the screenshot above, "Include in global result is on", but when I type "mstsc", nothing is found.
If I go to the "Run command" option directly, it works:

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✔️ Expected Behavior

Command shows up in global result

❌ Actual Behavior

Command does not show up in global result.
It only shows up when going to "Run command".

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