Search functionality in File Explorer has encountered problems.
Search functionality in File Explorer has encountered problems.
Hi Folks, I'm having an issue with my File Explorer search feature. In short, when I use the search box, it only searches for keywords in the file/folder I currently have open in that specific window. It won't search in the subfolders for the keyword(s)/filename I entered. For example, if I want to edit a Hearts of Iron 3 save file, and I open File Explorer to the "My Computer" tab, I can't just punch in the save file name (Germany.HOI3, for example) to have it pop up. I can't even punch in "Hearts of Iron 3" or "Steam" to get quick linked to folders higher up in the hierarchy. I have to manually navigate to the Saved Games folder to actually search the saved games for the one I want; which at this point is pointless, as there are only 6 in there and I can just click the one I want. I already tried turning off Quick Access to see if that would help, didn't change anything. I'm not sure if it's broken, or if it is designed this way? But it's a colossal pain in the ass compared to the old File Explorer experience, where you punch in a keyword, and EVERYTHING containing that keyword pops up. I want that search experience back. Thanks for your time! Matt
You have a larger issue on your hands then... I'd start checking for malware on your system
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