How do I search for files on my computer if I don't remember the file name? Three ways to search quickly

In daily work, finding specific files is often a headache, especially when you cannot remember the file path or name accurately. PHP editor Strawberry provides you with some practical search techniques to help you quickly find the files you need and optimize your work efficiency. Read on to learn how to easily solve file retrieval challenges with file name, fuzzy matching, and content searches.

Use the search function that comes with Win10

step: Click [This computer] - Click the search box - [Advanced options] - Check [File content]

The disadvantage of this method is that the retrieval speed is extremely slow, almost too slow~

With the help of third-party search tools

Xiaozhi Soso (Click to download now)

Xiao Zhi Soso provides quick search functions for local applications, files and system settings to facilitate users Quickly locate and search, reducing the trouble of searching for files out of order.

Search result viewing and filtering:

After entering a keyword, the search results (including files, applications, system settings, etc.) containing the keyword on the local computer will be displayed, and the search Results:

(1) Supports classified viewing, classified by applications, folders, documents, pictures, audio and video, others, etc.

(2) Supports quick sorting (sorting by name, path, size and time) and switching display mode (list mode or icon mode).

(3) Supports adding to new tabs or applications (right click of the mouse), it will be more convenient to open it next time!

(4) Support advanced filtering

When searching for files, some users may not remember the specific file name, or want to search faster, with the help of Advanced filtering capabilities can effectively improve efficiency and experience. Currently, it is supported to filter by path/suffix/modification time/size, etc. On the search results page, click the filter icon on the right side of the search box. After enabling the filter function, just check the specified conditions!

(5) Support search result classification customization

When using Xiaozhi Soso to search for files, you can generally find files from the default category. However, some files (such as xd files commonly used by designers) may be classified into [Others], and there are many types of files in this category. It takes a long time to search every time, which is very inconvenient.

At this time, users can create exclusive categories for specified files through the search result classification customization function, so that they can quickly find the target type of file and do not have to worry about searching for it next time. At the same time, custom-created categories support drag sorting, editing, and deletion, as shown below:

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