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SEARCH with Explorer

 

When you press SEARCH in Explorer, your browser will split into two sections called frames. In the left frame, you'll see information on your search. In the right frame, you will continue to see the current web page. One of the nice things about this arrangement is that you can keep track of your original search in the left frame while you investigate different pages in the right frame.

 

HOW to do it

  • Click the SEARCH button on your browser (Skip this step if the Search Frame is already visible on your browser.).
  • Type the keywords that you think will lead you to a desired result in the search box (Number 1 in diagram).
  • Click on the SEARCH button located next to the search box (Number 2 in diagram).
  • Wait for the search to list possible web sites
  • Click on one of the search items in the left frame. The search frame won't change, but the right frame will follow the link (Number 3 in diagram).
  • Investigate the page that shows up in the right frame (Number 4 in diagram).
  • Continue clicking in the left frame until you find what you need, or start a new search when you're ready.
  • Close the search frame when you're done searching (It has its own close button in the upper right corner of the frame.).

Can I Adjust The Size Of The Frames?

Yes. You can make your frames wider or narrower. Remember when you changed the size of windows in lesson 2? The steps here are very similar.

How to do it

  • Move the pointer over the vertical gray bar that separates the two frames. The pointer will look like a horizontal double arrow.
  • Click and HOLD the left button.
  • Drag the pointer left or right to adjust the frames.
  • Release the button
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