As hard drive capacities increase, the search function is a necessity when trying to access your files. If you would like to add the contents of zipped files to your searching, follow this guide.
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Adding Zip File Contents When Searching
To include zip file contents when searching in Windows 7, do the following:
- Click the Start button and click on Computer
- Press the ALT key and click Tools > Folder Options
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- Under the Search tab, check Include compressed files, and click OK
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Now, when you search, you’ll be able to find compressed files.
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