Deleting files in Windows Explorer Search


  1. RealGem
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    Deleting files in Windows Explorer Search


    Hi


    Probably a stupid question, but just wanted to make double sure!


    I just found out that I have 20,000+ files and folders in my Search folder in Windows Explorer.


    i don't need these, so I was about to delete them, and then I had a sinking feeling that unlike shortcuts, this might actually delete the files from their original home.


    Is it ok to delete these files and folders in the Search folder?


    Thanks


    PS: Anywhere else I can delete files from manually to speed up the PC? I don't want to use any auto tools or cleaners. I want to know exactly was is deleted. (I removed temp files already, thanks)
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  3. Megahertz07
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    Don't delete anything.
    The files and folders aren't shortcuts. They are a direct link to the files and folders.

    To clean up your computer use Disk Cleanup (%windir%\system32\cleanmgr.exe) or install and run CCleaner (CCleaner)
    Under CCleaner un set all options under Options - settings.
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  4. RealGem
    Posts : 269
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    Megahertz07 said:
    Don't delete anything.
    The files and folders aren't shortcuts. They are a direct link to the files and folders.

    To clean up your computer use Disk Cleanup (%windir%\system32\cleanmgr.exe) or install and run CCleaner (CCleaner)
    Under CCleaner un set all options under Options - settings.

    OK Thanks a lot
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  6. RoWin7
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    What's the Search folder? Would that be MyUserName>Searches>Everywhere ?
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