Do you do a lot of searching in Windows Explorer? The search feature is one of the most useful and used feature of windows that provides a quick way to locate a file. You can search quicker and easier by creating a search shortcut on your desktop. Follow our guide below on how to create a search shortcut on your desktop in Windows 8 / 8.1.
HOW TO CREATE A SEARCH SHORTCUT ON DESKTOP IN WINDOWS 8 AND 8.1
Step 1 : Right click on your desktop and click New -> Shortcut
Step 2 : The shortcut dialog box opens. Type the following directory in the box and click Next:
%windir%\explorer.exe search-ms:
Step 3 : Enter the shortcut name and click Finish
Step 4 : The shortcut is now created on your desktop.
CONCLUSION
Once the search shortcut is created on your desktop, double-click the shortcut to search for a file directly from the desktop. You can also pin it to the taskbar to open it easily. This method provides an easier and quicker way to search for any file you’re looking for.
