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This article explains how to find words in virtually any program on a Mac. It also covers how to use Spotlight to search all programs and files from a single search tool. We've all been there: You need to find a word or phrase in a word processing document or web page. You don't want to read the entire page; you want to find the word right away. If you're on a Mac, here's what to do.
These instructions work in common apps like web browsers (Safari, Chrome, etc.), word processors (Microsoft Word, Pages), business apps (Excel), and similar programs. Not every program supports search—for example, most games don't—but many do.
The instructions from the last section are great if you're searching within just one program at a time. But what if you want to scan all programs and files on your Mac from a single search tool? Enter Spotlight. Spotlight is built into the macOS. It's a powerful, system-wide search tool. Here's how to use it.
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