The following help page walks you through the process of how to use search features available in Windows 7. In Windows 7, you can either do a basic search using Windows Search, or you can do a more comprehensive search using the advanced search feature. If you have an additional question, please send an e-mail to Computer Help or call (937) 766-7905. We would be happy to assist you.

1. Click the Pearl (Start Button).
2. Type your search criteria into the text box that says “Search programs and files.”
3. To find a given file, search by keyword, date, or location.

1. Click the Pearl (Start Button).
2. Click Documents (a dialogue box will appear).
3. Type your search term in the upper right box. Search results will be returned by date.
4. To view additional (non-indexed) search results, click the “Computer” icon at the bottom of the search result screen. This method will likely take a long time to return results.