How to search for folders only in vista

Here is how it works. Say you want to search for all the Microsoft Word files in your computer. By default, Vista searches only the indexed locations in your PC. Indexing locations helps Vista find files within them quickly. We can modify the default locations by using the advanced search option that can be invoked by clicking on the "Advanced Search" option present on the right top of the explorer window under the search box. After hitting search Vista will display all the Microsoft Word files that are found in the location you specified.

Many of us do these kind of common searches on a regular basis. This is where Vista's search folders come into play. Explain that one. Oh wait I know the answer….

Not everywhere. Hey RKP, did you ever find out how to find files containing a particular word? Please post. I have Windows Vista on my Laptop. The file searching in vista is too annoying. In XP on right clicking on any folder we used to get search option. In this search option we were able to find files containing certain words or phrases. Such an search option does not seem to exist in vista. When we type a word in the search text box, vista assumes it to be a file name. So in vista how to find files containing a particular word?

Interesting and a little bit amusing question. XP search would list all kinds of files which contain this string - Word, Excel,.

Simple question, what is the syntax to force vista to find those files? This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question 6. Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. As you're typing you'll see two hyperlinks appear just above where you're typing and one will say Search Everywhere.