Microsoft Windows Desktop Search (WDS) uses Advanced Query Syntax (AQS) to help users and programmers better define and narrow their searches. Using AQS is an easy way to deliver more meaningful result sets. Searches can be narrowed by the following parameters: File kinds: File types, such as folders, documents, presentations, pictures, and so on. File stores: Specific databases and locations. Fil
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