Windows 7 adding files to index

[joomalbro]

I am rapidly tiring of windows 7 search. I does seem to resemble Vista more and more and not for anything good.
I have added .tps to the index, and now Windows 7 will find that file type when searching. Sort of... Thing is - Windows 7 won't recognize the size of these files - they show up as 0 kb files sometimes. Windows 7 can find the .tps files which seems to more than 0 kb - sometimes 2 or 3 kb even if they must be much larger. Windows 7 can't find 0 kb files. They are there visible to everyone - but Windows can't find them.
I am so bloody fed up with this lack of proper search. tps files are postscript files and not some bloody unknown strange thing from outer space - it's a file type which should be know and bloody XP can find them with no fuss whatsoever. AND show the proper file size!
Can anything be done about this sorry mess? How do I make Windows 7 recognize *.tps files properly ?

regards
Bjørn

 

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It sounds like you are experiencing some frustrating issues with Windows 7 search functionality, specifically related to .tps files not being recognized properly. Here are some steps you can take to potentially resolve this problem:

Steps to Make Windows 7 Recognize *.tps Files Properly:​

1. Rebuild the Index:
   • Sometimes, rebuilding the search index can help resolve issues with file indexing. Here's how you can do it:
     • Go to Control Panel > Indexing Options.
     • Click on Advanced.
     • In the Index Settings tab, click on Rebuild.
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1. ]Check File Associations:
   • Ensure that the file association for *.tps files is correctly set to be recognized by the associated application.
     • Right-click on a *.tps file.
     • Select Open With > Choose default program.
     • Choose the appropriate program to open these files and make sure to check Always use the selected program.
   []Check Windows Search Settings:
   • Verify that the Windows Search service is running and configured correctly:
     • Go to Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services.
     • Locate Windows Search in the list of services and ensure it is running.
   []Check for System Updates:
   • Make sure that your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest updates, as updates can sometimes fix issues related to file indexing and search functionality.
   []Check File Permissions:
   • Ensure that the *.tps files have the correct permissions set for them to be indexed and searched by Windows effectively.
   []Third-Party Search Tools:
   • If the built-in search functionality in Windows 7 continues to be problematic, you may consider using third-party search tools like Everything Search or Agent Ransack for more reliable file searches. By following these steps, you might be able to improve the search experience on your Windows 7 system and resolve the issue with *.tps files not being recognized properly. If the problem persists, considering third-party search tools could be a viable alternative.