How To Easily Tag Files in Windows XP
The question today is whether or not there is an easy, efficient and effective way to “tag” files. My brother presented the question to me initially and I began searching. The goal is to be able to tag any file whatsoever and then be able to search for one of those keywords and see all files that relate to that keyword.
I was thinking that Windows Vista was supposed to improve on this, but there’s got to be a way to do it in Windows XP as well.
After doing a quick search I found these results but I’m wondering what kind of information everyone else has.
- Tagging files in Windows XP (and why you’ll ditch Google Desktop)
- Tagging files under windows XP or Vista
- Tag files to help find them later
Are you familiar with anything in those articles? It all seems pretty standard and basic to me, but it leaves me with one question. Does it work for you? I’m using Windows Desktop Search and not Google Desktop Search.
Which one have you found that works best for you? Why do you feel that way?
Tags: file information, Google Desktop Search, keywords, Search, tagging, Windows Desktop SearchRelated Stories
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1 opinion for How To Easily Tag Files in Windows XP
Quikboy
Jun 22, 2008 at 1:57 am
I used to have Google Desktop but it really sucked. It seemed slow at loading, or crashed a lot or something. I don’t remember, but it was crud. I uninstalled it not so long after. Everyone I know that used it, had issues.
Google’s good at web stuff, but I think their horrible at desktop software. Desktop and Toolbar are clear examples.
I’ve used Windows Search 4.0, and it’s ok. But I don’t really use it. I just prefer digging around folders to find what I want.
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