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Searching apparently non-indexed files
I've never liked Windows 7 search, not because it has a new different index search, but because it removed the simple linear one. I also dislike how the average Joe is supposed to know the syntax for refined search queries, not mentioning only having a set amount of size options (unless that can be changed manually?). All this, not mentioning how little space the "Search filter" has gotten...I wish there was a Search window like we used to have on at least Windows XP (Start -> Search) where you could fill in Advanced Search forms. Today if the start search field (no idea what it's called) is not enough you have to open a folder first. That part seems a little regressive.
Anyways, now I turned on an external HD because I need a file that is there but when I search for it I get nothing. Does the file exist? I'm pretty damn sure. I even ran some searches for files I saw and therefore know they exist. Results: 0.
For all I know, if I had to do it under XP it would take longer than an index search to find my PSD file but hey at least it's simple and I would have gotten it by now >_<
So what's the deal with the search feature? Am I doing something wrong or is it not working properply? Any help on understanding this would be grateful!