I can't search a file that exists in my computer

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xzy
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I can't search a file that exists in my computer

Post by xzy »

I did not search a file that exists on my computer by Everything . I thought the file was deleted by mistakes, but I found it in the same folder. Actually, the other files in the folder can be searched.

I copy the file and pasted it to another folder, then I find I can search it.

So, what is wrong? thanks
Last edited by xzy on Thu Jul 26, 2018 3:00 pm, edited 3 times in total.
NotNull
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Re: I can't search a file that exists in my computer

Post by NotNull »

That was a clever test, to copy the 'missing' file to another folder!
With that clue, the most likely explanation is this:
On older versions of Everything it was possible - under rare conditions - that it missed a file.
Solution: Update to Everything-1.4.1.906 and
Force a rescan of your files (Menu:Tools > Options > Indexes > Force Rebuild
xzy
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Re: I can't search a file that exists in my computer

Post by xzy »

Dear NotNull, thanks for your suggestion.

I had a try following your suggestions. Seemingly, it is working.

Thanks again!
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Re: I can't search a file that exists in my computer

Post by NotNull »

You're welcome! :D
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