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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Searching for files, Using the Windows Search, Help

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To empty the Recycle Bin:

Caution

Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin.

These files cannot be restored.

1Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin window opens.

2Click Empty the Recycle Bin. Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to empty the bin.

3Click Yes. Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin.

Help

For more information about emptying the Recycle Bin, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type emptying the Recycle Bin in the Search Help box, then press ENTER.

Searching for files

If you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that have characteristics in common, but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive, you can use the Search utility.

Files and folders found using this utility can be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted directly from the list in the results window.

Using the Windows Search

To find files and folders using the Search:

1Click (Start), then click Search. The Search Results window opens.

2If you want to search on your computer by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file or folder name in the Search box in the top right of the window.

•If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name.

•If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed.

3Open a file, folder, or program by double-clicking the name in the list.

Help

For more information about searching for files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type searching in the Search Help box, then press ENTER.

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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Searching for files, Using the Windows Search, Help

Contents

Desktop PC User Guide Page Chapter 1 Getting Help ContentsChapter 2 Using Windows Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingChapter 7 Customizing Windows Bluetooth networkingChapter 5 Networking Your Computer Chapter 6 Protecting your computerNotices Contents Chapter Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and Support Using online helpGetting Help Chapter 1 Getting Help Using the eMachines Web siteUsing Help and Support Thank you for purchasing our computerContacting eMachines Using online helpGetting help for Windows Media Center Chapter 1 Getting Help Chapter Using WindowsUsing the Windows desktop Working with files and folders Searching for files Working with documents ShortcutsChapter 2 Using Windows Using the Windows desktopDesktop elements DescriptionHelp Using the Start menuShortcut Help Adding icons to the desktopIdentifying window items Chapter 2 Using WindowsDescription Window itemClicking the close button closes the active window or program Chapter 2 Using Windows Working with files and foldersViewing drives Creating foldersShortcut Copying and moving files and foldersHelp Chapter 2 Using Windows Deleting files and foldersHelp Using the Windows SearchSearching for files HelpHelp Using advanced search optionsBrowsing for files and folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsHelp Working with documentsCreating a new document Saving a documentHelp Opening a documentPrinting a document Chapter 2 Using WindowsDo this ShortcutsHelp Chapter 2 Using Windows Sending a fax Receiving and viewing a fax Using the Internet and FaxingLearning about the Internet Setting up an Internet account Using the World Wide Web Using e-mail Using Windows Fax and ScanLearning about the Internet Setting up an Internet accountChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Help Using the World Wide WebAccessing your Internet account Connecting to a Web siteChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Using e-mailDownloading files Sending e-mailHelp Using Windows Fax and ScanChecking your e-mail Sending a fax3 If you have never sent a fax on this computer before, click New Fax on the toolbar. The Fax Setup window opens Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingPage Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Setting up your cover page templateFaxing a scanned document or from programs Canceling a faxChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Receiving and viewing a faxCreating music CDs and video DVDs Creating and copying data discs Using Windows Media CenterPlaying and Creating Media Files Playing music and movies Creating audio files and music librariesShortcut Playing music and moviesPlaying audio and video files Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesShortcut Playing an optical disc using Windows Media PlayerPlaying optical discs Help4 If the disc is not already playing, click play Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesHelp Creating audio files and music librariesCreating music files Recording audio filesChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Creating WMA and MP3 music filesEditing track information Building a music libraryChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Creating a music CD using Windows Media PlayerCreating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a music CDCreating a video DVD Creating a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker4 Click Add items. The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files6 Click Next. The Ready to burn disc dialog box opens Creating a data disc Creating and copying data discsHelp 1 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. - OR Using Windows Media CenterStarting Windows Media Center Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesOnline Media lets you play online games Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Using the Media Center remote controlButtons FunctionsNetworking Your Computer Introduction to Networking Ethernet networking Bluetooth networkingChapter Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networkingUsing a router Introduction to Networking2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System Equipment you need for a router-based Ethernet networkChapter 5 Networking Your Computer Setting up wired Ethernet network hardwareWireless Ethernet networking Access point Wireless Ethernet standardsUsing an access point Equipment you need for an access point-based network2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardwareEstablishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroupHelp Configuring the TCP/IP protocolConnecting to a wireless Ethernet network Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer1 Click Start, then click Network. The Network window opens To connect to your wireless Ethernet networkSharing resources Testing your networkWireless security Adding a printer to your networkTo share drives or folders 1 Click Start, then click Computer View a network driveOpen and copy files stored on other network computers Print documents on network printers Sharing drives or foldersOpening files across the network Using the networkViewing shared drives and folders Creating a shortcut to a network drive3 Click Bluetooth Devices Bluetooth networkingCopying files across the network Printing files across the networkChapter 5 Networking Your Computer 5 Under Personal Area Network, click Bluetooth Network ConnectionHelp Protecting your computer Hardware security Data security Security updatesChapter Kensington lock slot Startup and hard drive passwordHardware security Data securityHelp Using NortonProtecting your computer from viruses Removing viruses and spyware4 Click the type of scan you want to run, then click Go Chapter 6 Protecting your computer2 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens 3 Click Run Scans. The Choose Scans window opens3 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens Updating your virus and spyware definitionsTo update your virus and spyware definitions 1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Click Security Using Windows Security CenterModifying security settings Chapter 6 Protecting your computer1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Security Security updatesWindows Update HelpChapter 6 Protecting your computer Scheduling automatic updatesBigFix 3 Click Windows UpdateSetting up parental controls Changing screen settings Changing system soundsChanging mouse settings Adding and modifying user accounts Changing power-saving settings Changing accessibility settingsHelp Changing screen settingsChanging color depth and screen resolution ChapterChanging the appearance of windows and backgrounds Chapter Selecting a screen saverHelp Changing gadgets Configuring the gadget Sidebar Using a gadget’s control panelChapter Shortcut Setting up multiple monitorsChapter Changing system soundsHelp Changing mouse settingsAdding and modifying user accounts User account tipsTo add, delete, or modify user accounts ChapterHelp Shortcut Changing power-saving settingsChanging the power plan Help6 Click Save changes ChapterUsing the Ease of Access Center Changing accessibility settingsUsing voice recognition Setting up parental controlsChapter Filtering Internet access Scheduling computer and Internet use Restricting game accessChapter 3 Click Set game ratings. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens Creating activity reports Restricting specific programsChapter All Rights Reserved NoticesTrademark acknowledgments Chapter Index Page Page Page Page MAN ECOOPER USR GDE 11/08