Windows 7: Sometimes it's the Little Things

Since Windows 7 was announced (and now made available for download in beta form), all we’ve been hearing about are the big changes – Aero Peek, the taskbar, Play-To, etc. Sometimes, though, it’s the little things that make the biggest differences. For me, as a blogger, one of the more useful features is the ability to search within a “browse for files” window.

Over the years, I’ve accumulated a slew of images and screenshots which I use for blog posts, but finding the right one can sometimes be a challenge. But in Windows 7, there’s a search box built right into my browse window! (See photo). That means that instead of having to scroll around through hundreds of photos, I can just search to find the one I need.

I have to admit, this was a feature I nearly overlooked when I first installed Windows 7, but once I noticed it was there and began using it, it has been a huge timesaver. It’s definitely on my list of things I could not live without now!