Searching For Files - Gateway DX442XP User Manual

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Searching for files

If you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that have characteristics
in common, but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive, you can use the
Search utility to search by:
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You can also combine search criteria to refine searches.
Files and folders found using this utility can be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted directly
from the list in the results window.
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Caution
Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin.
These files cannot be restored.
Help
For more information about emptying the Recycle Bin, click Start, then click
Help and Support. Type emptying the Recycle Bin in the Search box, then
press E .
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Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin window opens.
Click File, then click Empty Recycle Bin. Windows asks you if you are sure that you want
to empty the bin.
Click Yes. Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin.
Name or part of a name
Creation date
Modification date
File type
Text contained in the file
Time period in which it was created or modified