# Resolving issues with search using reindex

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The reindex task can only be run by an Administrator.
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The reindex function can be used to automatically resolve issues with the Aristotle Metadata Registry's search function.

### How to resolve issues with the search function using reindex

**Note:** It is not recommended to run a reindex task during periods of high usage, as an ongoing reindex task can slow down registry load times.

1. Select 'Aristotle Cloud Dashboard' from the left side panel.

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2. Select 'Run tasks'.

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3. Select 'Reindex'.

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4. Wait for the recent task history to show that the reindex task has succeeded, then retry search.

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**Note:** A successful reindex will also display the amount of items of each item type that are now searchable under the Result column.