Searching for files

You can search for files based on a variety of criteria, such as filename, version number, and file type. You can use any combination of the available criteria to perform more complex searches.

To search for text in files, see Searching for text in files.

Use the Filename Search field above the source file list to quickly search for files by name. Filename searches are not case sensitive and cannot include wildcard characters.

1. Choose Edit > Advanced Find Files.

The Advanced Find dialog box opens.

2. Select a Restriction to set the criteria files must meet.

The Restriction dialog box opens. The options change based on the selected restriction.

3. Enter or select the restriction values. See Adding restrictions.

4. Click OK.

The restriction is added. The values are displayed in the Restrictions list and the Summary field.

To change a value, double-click it in the Restrictions list.

5. Add any additional restrictions.

6. Select Search recursively to search the selected repository and any subrepositories.

7. Click Find to search the files.

Files that meet the criteria are displayed. The Find files results filter is applied.

Create a filter or report if you frequently use the same criteria to perform a search. Filters allow you to save search criteria and apply it to the source file list. Reports allow you to save search criteria and set output options so you can analyze the data. See Applying filters to the source file list and Creating reports.