Did you know... How to search in hidden text in the editor? - #067

Search hidden text in Quick Find

By pressing Ctrl+F, you can bring up the Find and Replace tool window.  You can then expand the Find options chevron control and select Search hidden text.  This is usually the first option I always set (or ensure is set).

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  • Anonymous
    October 22, 2007
    PingBack from http://msdnrss.thecoderblogs.com/2007/10/23/did-you-know-how-to-search-in-hidden-text-in-the-editor/

  • Anonymous
    October 24, 2007
    I'm surprised there isn't an obvious selection for searching in code only (ignoring commented text).

  • Anonymous
    December 11, 2008
    Нажатием Ctrl+F вы запускаете диалог поиска и замены. Теперь вы можете развернуть Find Options (в русской

  • Anonymous
    March 16, 2009
    Ever try to search for something you know exists, BUT … the Quick Find just can’t find it? Is it possible that the text you’re looking for is in a hidden region? This video shows you how toe search hidden text in collapsed regions.