Windows 10: Unable to search .py files using search in file explorer

Discus and support Unable to search .py files using search in file explorer in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi, I added py to list of file types searched in advanced under File tab on Indexing Options. However, when I search for specific text I know is... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by gyrator, Nov 18, 2022.

  1. gyrator Win User

    Unable to search .py files using search in file explorer


    Hi, I added py to list of file types searched in advanced under File tab on Indexing Options. However, when I search for specific text I know is contained in python files, they are not returned in the search results. That same text in txt files is found. Indexing was completed after adding py to this list of files to be searched.I have changed the search option to file and contents.I have tried this on my main PC and on a fresh install of windows in a virtualbox.I have seen other posts also commenting on this problem.Please tell me how to fix this or if its not possible then why not?

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    gyrator, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 2022
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  3. RichLorn Win User
    File Explorer search history

    In any Windows 10 File Explorer window, a search bar can be found under the ribbon to the right side. When placing the cursor in this field, a drop down list appears of all previous searches. It can become quite long over time. I've been unable to find how that archived search history list can be cleared/erased. Can anyone help?
     
    RichLorn, Nov 18, 2022
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  4. Nikhar_K Win User

    Unable to search .py files using search in file explorer

    Search for Missing files in File Explorer

    Hi,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    I understand that you are looking for a file named “Class” with the length of the file. However, currently File Explorer doesn’t have the option to search the files using the length.

    You can follow the steps mentioned below to search for a file in File Explorer using the Size, Kind of file and other options.

    1. Press and hold Windows key + E to open
      File Explorer.
    2. Click on This PC on the left pane.
    3. Press F3 key to open Search options.
    4. You can select the Size,
      Kind
      of file and other options and then, search for the file.

    Hope it helps.

    Please reply with the status of the issue, we will be glad to help you further.

    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Nov 18, 2022
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