Windows 7 search does not return file contents

[Benedict]

I recently installed windows 7 on my dell laptop. When i search for file saved in different location on drive from windows explorer it doesn't show anything. Sometime Windows 7 search does not return file contents, it only gives file name.

[Calvin K]

Windows Search is an indexed desktop search platform for the Windows operating system. It builds an index of the files, it keeps the record of all the file saved on hard drive. If Windows 7 search does not return file contents or file name then you need to check the Permissions setting for the folder.Windows Search supports IFilters, which are a set of interfaces that can be implemented for any file format.

[Lillebror]

Windows Search has a familiar user interface for finding files and e-mail messages located on your PC. Automatically diagnose and repair problems with Windows Search when searches are slower, search is not finding all items, or the Windows Search service failed, is not running or shut down unexpectedly. Use Microsoft Automated Troubleshooting Services, it scans your computer and detects the root causes of common problems.

[Wynn]

Windows Search will search all content in the most commonly used file types If Windows 7 search does not return file contents then it may be a virus issue. Use HouseCall 7, it features an simple interface and gives custom scan options allow users to specify which folders to scan. It will automatically scan your computer every week, replacing the need for you to manually scan.