Windows 10: Windows search ignores folder names in start menu

Discus and support Windows search ignores folder names in start menu in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I know this was lost a while ago but I miss it. A lot of significant data may be in the folder name. Folder: Microsoft SQL Server tools 18 which... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/dma550, Dec 7, 2020.

  1. /U/DMA550
    /u/dma550 Win User

    Windows search ignores folder names in start menu


    I know this was lost a while ago but I miss it. A lot of significant data may be in the folder name. Folder: Microsoft SQL Server tools 18 which contains "profiler". Folder: Microsoft SQL Server tools 17 which contains also contains a shortcut "profiler". For me, I want to search "tools 18" and see the proper folder, then be able to select what is under it. I tried some old shells to see if I could get back the love but it doesn’t seem like I can. Does anyone have a remedy?

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    /u/dma550, Dec 7, 2020
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  2. MARKMCDONOUGH45
    MarkMcDonough45 Win User

    Windows 10 search for a specific folder name and file name

    Carlos: Thanks for your reply. What you suggest is what I have been doing. I search for folders with a specific name and get a list. Then I have to search each folder for a specific file. So it's a two step search and that's what I was trying to avoid.

    I assume there are applications out there that allow for an "AND" search in Windows. I'll try that approach.

    Thanks, again.
     
    MarkMcDonough45, Dec 7, 2020
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  3. THEONETRUEWILL
    theonetruewill Win User
    How do ya add to window start menu?

    Make a Start menu shortcut to it in the All Programs section. Then drag it to the top left of the original Cascade menu. (Where windows update normally is).
    lol @ folder name
     
    theonetruewill, Dec 7, 2020
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  4. PHILLIP PIO
    Phillip Pio Win User

    Windows search ignores folder names in start menu

    Start Menu Search

    Hi,

    About your issue regarding the Start menu or Search, in order for us to assist you better. Please answer the question:

    • Were there any recent changes made to your system prior to the issue?

    In the meantime, we suggest you to check this link:
    Troubleshoot problems opening the Start menu or Cortana    . It contains troubleshooting steps prior to the issue.

    We'll look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Dec 7, 2020
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