If you have a Finder window open, you can use Spotlight to search your computer by using the search box in the upper right corner of the Finder window. You can also tell Spotlight to limit the search to specific part of your system, such as the Home folder (the location where all files for an individual user are saved). In the Spotlight window, you will see links on the right that allow you to group and sort your search results. ![]() ![]() If there are two many results for the search terms you selected, you can click on the Show All link to display them in a larger window (you can also open Spotlight to this window by using the keyboard shortcut Command + Option + Spacebar). When the search box is displayed, begin typing your search term and Spotlight will begin listing the results below the search box. You can also hold down the Command key and press the space bar to activate Spotlight. ![]() To begin a search with Spotlight, click on the blue magnifying glass icon in the menu bar. Spotlight can search not only your documents, but also your emails, calendars, and more for the search terms you enter in its search box. ![]() If you have the Tiger version (10.4) of OS X, you will be able to take advantage of Spotlight, an advanced search technology.
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