Windows 10: Search Tool in Windows File Explorer - Enter key does not execute search.

Hi team, I have the below issue which is exclusive to Windows File Explorer only:Whenever I need to search for a file or text in a document/folder I use CTRL + F, type the text/file name and press the enter key to execute the search.This chain of commands works in all software and on the internet. When using Windows File Explorer, the enter key will not execute the search.To use the search function in windows file explorer after typing the information in the search bar, i need to click the arrow with the mouse for the search to occur.The enter key works for all the other usual commands when us

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Windows 10 File Explorer search tool not working

I have tried all the above steps but I am unable to find and search a file with email address as search key.

Please help.

Regards

Dr. Saleem Siddiqi

 

Windows 10 File Explorer search tool not working

Hi Ronnie,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I understand that you are facing an issue with the search in the File Explorer. We will assist you to resolve the issue.

I suggest you to run the Search and indexing troubleshooter and check. Follow the steps provided below.

• Press Windows logo key + X Key.
• Click on Control Panel.
• Double Click on Troubleshooting.
• Click on View all option, on left hand side of the window.
• Click on Search and indexing and follow the on screen instructions.

Hope this information is helpful. Do let us know if your issue is resolved. For any further query, feel free to contact us.

Thank you.

 

Windows 10 File Explorer search tool not working

The troubleshooter said I didn't have a problem. But I am looking at files it says are not there!