Integrated operating system search using scope options

摘要

Methods and systems are provided for narrowing a scope of a search on a computing device to provide relevant search results to the user. Prior to receiving a search query from the user in a search box of a desktop taskbar, scope options are communicated for presentation from which the user can select. These scope options enable the user to select from web-based searches and local searches. A selection is received form the user of one of the scope options. Suggested search results are generated based on this scope option selection. At least one suggested search results is communicated for presentation on a display of the computing device.