Windows 8 Global Search and Settings

The so-called “global search” refers to the function that users can find relevant content directly in the computer without any intermediate process after inputting keywords in the search box of the system. For users who are new to the system, "global search" can greatly improve the speed of finding applications or setting options, and improve operational efficiency, so this feature is an inevitable choice for a mature operating system, of course, Win8 is no exception. Below, we will learn about the global search function of the Win8 system.

Win8 Global Search In the Charm bar on the right, users can search for applications, setup options, and files, which basically covers all the information the user needs.

Support application setting file Win8 global search "fuzzy search" function, the user can automatically identify and push the related content without inputting all keywords.

Fuzzy Search Function Enter In-App Search

Win8's global search will provide the most recent search history, which is more convenient if users search for the same content. In addition, some commonly used applications, such as QQ, Weibo, etc., are listed below the search box. Users can directly enter a program by "global search" to search for detailed information within the application. (The above picture is to search for names in Weibo)

How to set global search Users can set Win8 global search in "Change PC Settings", such as "Show my most frequently searched applications in "Top", "Let Windows save my search as a future search suggestion." Here, the user can also organize the search history, and can choose to delete the previous search record.

Changing Computer Settings

Setting Search

Setting "Open Search in This App" In addition, we can Set up an application to access the global search. If you want to block a program from global search, check it. When there are many computer files, this function can effectively block the information we do not need in the search results.