To bypass the Microsoft Account requirement, proceed with the first few steps of the installation process normally until you reach the Sign in screen.

Then press Shift + F10 to open up a Command Prompt Window and enter the following command:

oobe\bypassnro

The system will restart and begin the installation steps all over. At this point disconnect your PC from the Internet. Eventually you’ll see an “I Don’t Have Internet” option, or you’ll be prompted to create a local account immediately.

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Ensure Thumbnails Are Enabled

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Click on three horizontal dots at the right end of the ribbon tabs and then choose Options from the menu.
3. In the Folder Options window, uncheck the box beside Always show icons, never thumbnails (if it’s checked).
4. Click Apply and hit OK

Using Regedit navigate to

Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\

Click on Windows and add new key called Explorer

Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer

Click on Explorer and add 32-bit DWORD DisableSearchBoxSuggestions = 1

Restart