Finder search not finding files that are actually there
I've already forced Finder to quit and tried again - but Finder still doesn't find a file that actually exists. What's going on?
MacBook Pro 15", macOS 10.14
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I've already forced Finder to quit and tried again - but Finder still doesn't find a file that actually exists. What's going on?
MacBook Pro 15", macOS 10.14
The Finder uses Spotlight for searching, and it sometimes needs to be forced to re-index its database. Here's how:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201716
This might take some time! Hope this helps you! Regards, Ian.
The Finder uses Spotlight for searching, and it sometimes needs to be forced to re-index its database. Here's how:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201716
This might take some time! Hope this helps you! Regards, Ian.
Download EasyFind (free) from the apple store and search for the file.
silver_mica Said:
"Finder search not finding files that are actually there: I've already forced Finder to quit and tried again - but Finder still doesn't find a file that actually exists. What's going on?"
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Try Spotlight Search:
Try Spotlight Search, and see if these files pop up: [Hold Down: command + Press: spacebar ]
Type the name of the file:
You're very welcome! Glad to have been of help! Regards, Ian.
Finder search not finding files that are actually there