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How do I expand Spotlight search?
Edit spotlight searches
- Go to the Saved Searches page.
- Click Edit for the spotlight search to change.
- Select advanced search metadata fields and specific metadata fields to narrow results.
- Click Search.
How do I customize my Mac search?
Click the Add button on the right side of the search window, below the search field. Click the far-left pop-up menu, then choose or add search criteria. For example, to search for only a certain type of item instead of all items, choose Kind.
How can I view my search results in Spotlight?
Spotlight lists top hits first; click a top hit to preview or open it. Spotlight also suggests variations of your search; you can view those results in Spotlight or on the web. In the results, do any of the following: Show a preview: Press the Tab key. Depending on the type of item selected in the results, you can interact with it.
What should I add to my spotlight profile?
Adding skills to your profile is also key. But they must always be honest and accurate. You can update your accents and dialects, languages, music and dance, performance, presenting and sports skills here too whilst also showing your skill level e.g. skilled or highly skilled. You will see prompts to ensure you don’t add too many.
How does spotlight work on a MacBook Pro?
In the search field, type what you’re looking for—results appear as you type. Spotlight lists top hits first; click a top hit to preview or open it. Spotlight also suggests variations of your search; you can view those results in Spotlight or on the web.
How do you get a preview in Spotlight?
Show a preview: Press the Tab key. Depending on the type of item selected in the results, you can interact with it. For example, select an app to see a list of recently opened files, then click a file to open it.