Excluding a directory from a file search in Win XP

[JoeMoss]

I am trying to figure out if there is a way to exclude a directory from a file search. I am trying to find a file on our network and during my search I would like to exclude a directory that is used for back up that takes forever to search through.

Anyone know if this is possible? I am doing the search in Windows Explorer on Win XP.

Thanks!
Joe

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

You could "Hide" the folder. (RMB the folder > Properties > Hidden) Unless you have your advanced search options to search the hidden folders, that should work.


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[JoeMoss]

Thanks for the tip, but since its a networked directory, other people need to be able to see it. I did find a little program called SearchWin that is perfect for what I need. It allows you to either select the folders you want to search in, or exclude folders from a search.

Thanks!
Joe