Windows 10: File Explorer Search box

Discus and support File Explorer Search box in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; When I start to type into the 'search' box on File Explorer on the right side of the address bar, if I type at normal speed the first one or two... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Bill Gabbey, Jun 24, 2020.

  1. File Explorer Search box


    When I start to type into the 'search' box on File Explorer on the right side of the address bar, if I type at normal speed the first one or two characters do not appear or are overwitten as I type.


    I have File Explorer set to automatically start in the 'search' box.

    To enter in the 'search' box, I must enter ONE character and then wait about a second for the display to stabilize before I can enter the remaining characters into the 'search' box. This delay or overtyping problem seems to have started six or more months ago and I was hoping that future updates would correct this. I have not been able to locate any reference to this problem with numerous 'google' searches on the Internet. I suspect that it has something to do with the list of files that now appears below the 'search' box as I type in the characters. Thank you!

    :)
     
    Bill Gabbey, Jun 24, 2020
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  2. File Explorer Search Not Working


    I am trying to search in File Explorer (Windows Explorer, My Computer) and it will not find anything. I can copy text from a name in the list and paste it in the search box and it still finds nothing. I have looked at the suggestions that have been posted and nothing I find that is relative to this works. Anyone have any suggestions? I am running Win 10 Pro on an I3 coustom desktop computer.
     
    Maestro2711, Jun 24, 2020
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  3. Arul_D Win User
    File Explorer - Search box

    Hello,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am sorry to know that you are facing issues with Windows 10.

    If you're having problems locating specific files, folders, or other items on your computer, try using the Search and Indexing troubleshooter to fix the problem. It makes sure that the Windows Search service is running, and checks
    to see whether you have the correct permissions to search all the directories on your computer.

    I would suggest you to try the below methods and check if it helps.

    Method 1:

    Go to Control Panel. In the search box, type troubleshooter, and then click
    Troubleshooting. Click View all, and then click
    Search and Indexing.

    Method 2:

    I would suggest you to reset the Windows explorer. Please follow the steps:

    1. Press
    Ctrl + Shift + Esc and locate for Windows Explorer.

    2. Right click on the
    Windows Explorer and click on End task.

    3. On top of the Task Manager click on
    File and click on Run new task.

    4. Type
    explorer.exe inside the box and hit Enter.

    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Arul_D, Jun 24, 2020
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  4. File Explorer Search box

    missing search box in file explorer (win 10)

    Any suggestions on how get the search box to show up in File Explorer?

    Thank you.
     
    rtrtrtrt(2), Jun 24, 2020
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