Windows 10: "Search" vs Searching in File Explorer problems

Discus and support "Search" vs Searching in File Explorer problems in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello!I've recently got a new laptop, and a new install of Windows 11. I've *always* had issues with searching for files in Windows, its always been... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Johnny White Really, Dec 1, 2022.

  1. "Search" vs Searching in File Explorer problems


    Hello!I've recently got a new laptop, and a new install of Windows 11. I've *always* had issues with searching for files in Windows, its always been too slow or just grinds to a standstill completely and I've never *really* been sure what the problem is but anyhowIts about 70 percent through indexing my files, so obviously I know that will help, but here's my issueon the "search" window on the taskbar, say I search for jpeg, it shows me all the jpegs currently indexed fairly immediately, however I just want them in a list with details, like it would be in the file explorer. Like "date modified

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    Johnny White Really, Dec 1, 2022
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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, Dec 1, 2022
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  3. setting default view for Winodws Explorer Search Reasults

    Thank you for the detailed response. To change the search result's view from content to list, we suggest following the steps below:

    • Open the File Explorer and try to search for files.
    • In the toolbar, open the View tab and click List
      to change the view.
    • Once changed, close the File Explorer.
    • Open the File Explorer again and try to search to see if the setting has been retained.

    After performing the steps above, reply back to us so we can provide additional help.
     
    Jennifer Cha, Dec 1, 2022
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  4. "Search" vs Searching in File Explorer problems

    Search Content of MHT files

    Hi David,

    Most probably, this is a problem with the search and indexing of your Windows 10 computer. For us to provide the best resolution possible, we would like to clarify the following:

    • Are you trying to search the content of MHT files using Cortana?
    • Have you tried searching it using the File Explorer?
    • Are you using a third-party app to search for the content of MHT files?

    As an initial troubleshooting step, we suggest that you run the troubleshooter for search and indexing. To run the Search and Indexing troubleshooter, follow these steps:

    • Click the Start button and select the Settings
      icon.
    • Choose Update & Security from the list.
    • Click Troubleshoot in the left pane of the window.
    • Under Find and fix other problems.
    • Select Search and Indexing and click Run the troubleshooter.

    We'll keep an eye out for your response.
     
    Gerard Qui, Dec 1, 2022
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