Sorts of SEARCH-MS Files

Main SEARCH-MS Affiliation

.SEARCH-MS

File Ext:	.search-ms
Type:	Windows Saved Search File

This file is generated and used by Microsoft Windows operating system. It contains saved search results from Windows Explorer in XML format. It is generated when the Save Search button is selected after a search.

Created by:	Microsoft Corporation
Function:	Uncommon Files
Registry Key:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.search-ms

Software Programs That Open The Windows Saved Search File:

Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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Troubleshooting Problems Opening SEARCH-MS Files

Typical SEARCH-MS Opening Challenges

Microsoft Windows Isn't There

If you attempt to load your SEARCH-MS file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open SEARCH-MS Files". If so, it typically means that you don't have Microsoft Windows installed for %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your SEARCH-MS because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.

Tip: Another SEARCH-MS-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.

Incorrect Microsoft Windows Version

Your Windows Saved Search File file is incompatible with Microsoft Windows because you might have the wrong version installed. Download the latest Microsoft Windows version from the Microsoft Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Windows Saved Search File file was created by a different (newer) version of Microsoft Windows than what's installed.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of SEARCH-MS file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Conclusion: The majority of SEARCH-MS file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Windows version installed.

Additional SEARCH-MS Opening Issues

Errors opening Windows Saved Search File files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Windows software installed on your computer. If you are still having problems opening SEARCH-MS files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Other contributing causes:

• Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for SEARCH-MS
• Deletion of the SEARCH-MS file description from the Registry by mistake
• Corrupt install of Microsoft Windows or other SEARCH-MS-related program
• File corruption affecting your SEARCH-MS file
• Malware-tainted SEARCH-MS file can't be opened
• SEARCH-MS-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
• Windows cannot load your Windows Saved Search File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)