How to set default directory

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magicindallas
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How to set default directory

Post by magicindallas »

Does Everything search all drives automatically? If not, how can I set a default directory (c:) search?
void
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Re: How to set default directory

Post by void »

Everything automatically searches all indexed drives.

To limit your results to just the C: drive, include the following in your search:

c:



Consider creating a filter for each drive:
  • In Everything, from the Search menu, click Add to filters....
  • Change the Name to: C:
  • Change the Search to: c:
  • Click OK.
Filters can be activated from the Search menu, Filter bar (View -> Filters), right clicking the status bar, filter macro or filter keyboard shortcut.



To combine drives, use |

For example: C: or E: drive:

c: | e:



To add external non-NTFS drives to your Everything index:
  • In Everything, from the Tools menu, click Options.
  • Click the Folders tab on the left.
  • Click Add....
  • Select your external drive (for example: E: drive) and click OK.
  • Click OK.


The default search can be set under Tools -> Options -> Home -> Search.
The default filter can be set under Tools -> Options -> Home -> Filter.
magicindallas
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Re: How to set default directory

Post by magicindallas »

THANK YOU!
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