Managing files effectively is a crucial skill for anyone working on a computer. Whether you’re searching for specific files or organizing them by size, Windows offers powerful built-in tools to simplify the process. In this article, we’ll explore step-by-step methods to locate files using names, extensions, or sizes and organize them efficiently.
1. Basic File Search Techniques.
1.1 Navigate to the Target Folder.
- Start by opening the folder where you want to perform the search, such as the `test` directory on the C drive.
- If the folder contains subdirectories, Windows will recursively search all files within them.
1.2 Use the Search Bar and Wildcard `*`.
- Type an asterisk `*` into the search bar and press Enter.
- The wildcard matches all files and folders, listing them in the search results.
- Example: In the `test` folder, this command will display all six files and their respective subfolders.
2. Sorting Files by Size.
2.1 Access the “View” Menu.
- Click the “View” tab at the top of the window and locate the “Sort by” option.
2.2 Select Sorting Preferences.
- Under “Sort by”, choose “Size” and then specify either of the below option.
- Descending: Arranges files from largest to smallest, ideal for identifying large files.
- Ascending: Arranges files from smallest to largest, useful for locating tiny files.
2.3 Other Sorting Options.
- Besides size, you can sort files by name (alphabetically) or by modification date for greater organizational flexibility.
3. Advanced Search with Keywords.
3.1 Filter Files by Specific Characters.
- Use `*keyword*` in the search bar to locate files containing certain characters in their names.
- Example: Searching for `*ing*` displays files like `Jianying` and `BingWallpaper`, both of which contain “ing”.
3.2 Search by File Extension.
- To find specific file types, enter their extensions, such as `.exe` for executable files or `.png` for images.
- Right-click on any search result and select “Properties” to view its details and location.
4. Demo Video.
You can watch the following demo video by select the subtitle to your preferred subtitle language.