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Search for files in File Explorer
Learn how to search using the search box in File Explorer, and how to refine searches using the Search Tools tab.
Indexing and Search: Frequently asked questions
Get answers to questions about Windows Search, including what files are indexed, how to add or remove locations from the index, and how to troubleshoot indexing problems.
How to search
Learn how to search for apps, settings, and files using the Search charm in Windows.
Fix Windows Desktop Search when it crashes or not showing results
Automatically repair Windows Desktop Search problems, when search is not started, doesn’t work as expected or when desktop search shows no results.
Windows file search stopped working, causing freezes - Microsoft Community
This weekend, Windows search just stopped working. If I go to the start page (Windows 8) and start typing, I'll get results for Apps and Settings but not for Files. It can't find any files, on any