Feb 3, 2020 · FYI - this was given to me as a solution to fix my Windows 10 Cortana and File Explorer not allowing me to search at all (I did not get any msg saying my search found …

May 22, 2016 · Re Method One - the search box in the control panel does not work. I opened via viewing as icons. and used both the default Files don't appear in search results and Search …

Dec 30, 2021 · The problem is with Windows 11 and not File Explorer. I tested the ability to search for specific text in documents using XYplorerFree and the outcome is the same. The …

May 12, 2022 · And in the file explorer when I start typing, the search box turns grey for a second and doesn't work anymore. I have already rebuilt my index multiple times, did the usual …

Feb 7, 2023 · The issue with the file search in File Explorer not working properly could be due to a variety of reasons such as issues with indexing, the type of file being searched, the location of …

Create a new explorer process by right clicking on the taskbar and clicking on Start task manager. e. Click on File menu and click on New (task) f. In the dialog box, type “explorer.exe” (without …

Jan 14, 2024 · And do NOT check the option "always search file names and contents". Note that option is under the heading "When searching non-indexed locations". Yes, it's a bit confusing, …

Jan 31, 2023 · Then, open the app again and see if search is working. Check and update indexing options: Open File Explorer and go to the OneDrive folder. Right-click the OneDrive folder and …

Apr 3, 2024 · Search Filters: Windows Explorer applies search filters by default, such as only searching in indexed locations. 4)Sometimes, this can cause it to miss files. You can try …

Oct 14, 2015 · The search function in File Explorer is no longer working. When I attempt to search a folder using a key word that I know is in several documents, I receive a result saying 'no …