If you don’t know how to search for files and apps in Windows 11, don’t worry because today we are going to help you out.
How to search for files and apps in Windows 11?
There are several methods for quickly locating apps or files on Windows 11.
Windows+S
You can simply search for applications, documents and files in Windows 11 by pressing the Windows+S hotkey at any time. Start typing in the search window as soon as it appears, and results will appear below. If you’d like to limit your search by a certain category, click one of the headings just below the search bar. For example, if you are looking for an app click on “Apps.”
Use the search button located on the taskbar
You may access the Windows Search menu at any moment by clicking the search icon in your taskbar (which resembles a magnifying glass). If you don’t see this icon on your taskbar, simply go to Settings and enter to Personalization, then click on Taskbar, choose Taskbar Items and turn on the switch located next to “Search.”
Type your search directly into the Start menu
You just need to click on the Start icon, then you can directly search for a word. You will be prompted with the results instantly and you can navigate through them.
File Explorer
You may also search for files in File Explorer. You can use the Windows+E hotkey to open the file explorer, or you can click on the folder icon which should be located on your taskbar. You’ll see a search bar in the upper-right corner, use this area to perform your search. File Explorer will show you the results in a moment.
