

How it works:
The next time you're looking for a computer file, Ask Jeeves to find it.
Indexing Your ComputerSearch and Find Instantly Find Documents from within any application Organised Search Results Preview files or email Search powerful web services like MyAskJeeves and Writely.com |
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| Indexing Your Computer |
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| Ask Jeeves Desktop Search is always up-to-date. It continually indexes your computer to ensure that your most recent files and emails are included in every search you do. |
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| Search and Find Instantly |
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| Ask Jeeves Desktop Search lets you search your computer, your emails, or the Web - all from one place. Just enter a keyword or phrase into the search box, and get instant search results that match your query. |
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| Find Documents from within any Application |
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| Have you ever tried to open a file only to stare blankly at the screen trying to remember where you saved it? You can Ask Jeeves to find it from within virtually any application. |
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| Organised Search Results |
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| Once you've done a file or email search, you can view your
results by clicking on any tab, organised by locations on your computer
or email account. Doing a Web search? Search results will appear right in the Ask Jeeves Desktop Search window. Think of it as a mini browser with a travelling search box. |
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| Preview files or email |
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| Not sure which file or email is the one you need? You can preview any result in the right column of your Ask Jeeves Desktop Search window. File previews include last modification date and location on your computer. Email previews include the email's message, as well as complete address field information. |
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| Search powerful web services like MyAskJeeves and Writely.com |
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| With Ask Jeeves Desktop Search, you can instantly access powerful web content such as product searches, MyAskJeeves, and Writely.com |
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