Windows has the tools you need to search through your folders and files. And if the built-in options aren’t enough, there are third-party programs you can turn to as well.

File Explorer is probably one of your most frequently used tools if you are a Windows user. However, if you stick to its default settings, you are not utilizing its full potential.

Finally, it’s important to realize that there are essentially two search mechanisms built into your PC: the built-in Windows Search, and File Explorer. The first should is best for commonly used ...