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AndrewKurtz
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How to Force Index of File Attachment Field for Advanced Search?

How to Force Index of File Attachment Field for Advanced Search? Can't See <Some Attached File> Option

Hi Folks,

The availability of the advanced search option <Some Attached File> seems random. Has anyone pinpointed how this works?

I need to search within file attachments stored in a single QB table and have tried without success:

Loading a single ocr pdf, setting the "Include this field when searching/filtering this table" option, then waiting 24 hours for indexing. No search option for "<Some Attached File>".

Creating the file attachment field and setting the "Include this field when searching/filtering this table" BEFORE adding files. Then adding files and waiting 24 hours+ for indexing, but no search option for "<Some Attached File>".

Removing other file attachment fields in the table. No change.

One table has the search option for some reason, but I can't get the option to appear on any other table.

 

Thanks!

  • Update:

    Key is to check the index file attachments button on the table specific advanced settings AND the file attachment field.

    Table Settings:

    Field Settings:

    I had the correct search option for indexed documents within 15 minutes of checking both boxes for my target table.

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  • Update:

    Key is to check the index file attachments button on the table specific advanced settings AND the file attachment field.

    Table Settings:

    Field Settings:

    I had the correct search option for indexed documents within 15 minutes of checking both boxes for my target table.