Finder search not finding files that are actually there

The Finder uses Spotlight for searching, and it sometimes needs to be forced to re-index its database. Here's how:

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201716

This might take some time! Hope this helps you! Regards, Ian.

Download EasyFind (free) from the apple store and search for the file.

silver_mica Said:

"Finder search not finding files that are actually there: I've already forced Finder to quit and tried again - but Finder still doesn't find a file that actually exists. What's going on?"

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Try Spotlight Search:

Try Spotlight Search, and see if these files pop up: [Hold Down: command + Press: spacebar ]

Type the name of the file:

You're very welcome! Glad to have been of help! Regards, Ian.