Search a folder in windows xp?

Energize · 5 Jul 2008 at 05:37

Is there a way to search for a file within a folder from within explorer?

BloomerzUK · 5 Jul 2008 at 05:46

In the explorer window, look for the search icon on the top. Click it, and then define the search options on the left and make sure you choose the folder you want to narrow it down to. I would have posted Screenshots, but I'm on Vista.

Energize · 5 Jul 2008 at 06:47

Ah the search button had been deselected so I didn't see it.

Aod · 6 Jul 2008 at 07:49

Ctrl + F also works

Energize · 6 Jul 2008 at 19:13

I need it to go to a certain file, but when I search it just brings up a list of files that match the search criteria, I want all the files to show up normally and to just jump to the file I want.

bluetech · 6 Jul 2008 at 20:55

Hmm, right click folder you want to search through, select search, enter file name, search, right click the file you want, open file location.

Something like that? If not please re word what it is you are trying to do.

Energize · 6 Jul 2008 at 21:35

Thats it.

bluetech · 6 Jul 2008 at 21:40

Was that me or Aod?

Energize · 6 Jul 2008 at 21:59

bluetech said:
Was that me or Aod?

You.

bluetech · 6 Jul 2008 at 22:13

Cheers. Although I could see what Aod whas getting at, I thought it'd be a little odd to be that.

Glad I could help.

EDIT: Just re-read the posts, I must have had my eyes in upside down when I asked whether it was my answer or Aod's answer!