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Index deduplication in Windows 11 refers to a feature introduced in Insider Build 26220 that reduces redundant work performed by the File Explorer indexer. By eliminating duplicate indexing tasks across multiple folders and drives, this change aims to deliver faster search results and lower transient RAM usage. The improvement is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to refine Windows Search and File Explorer performance through iterative Insider builds, focusing on practical speed and resource efficiency without altering the core search functionality.
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    Windows 11 Insider Build 26220 Deduplicates File Explorer Indexing for Faster Searches

    Microsoft says a small but practical change to File Explorer’s search pipeline in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7523 should reduce redundant work in the indexer, leading to faster searches and lower transient RAM use when hunting for files across multiple folders and drives. Background...
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