This task can be performed using WinFindr
Windows File Search
Best product for this task
WinFindr
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WinFindr is a lightweight and easy-to-use Windows file and registry search tool, that can also search inside PDF files.
What to expect from an ideal product
- WinFindr lets you type in any word or phrase and instantly finds it across all PDF files on your computer without opening each document manually
- The tool searches through the actual text content inside PDFs, not just filenames, so you can locate specific information buried in long documents
- You can search multiple PDF files at once instead of going through them one by one, saving hours when looking for particular content
- WinFindr shows you exactly which PDF contains your search term and highlights where the text appears within each document
- The lightweight design means it runs fast on Windows without slowing down your system while scanning through large collections of PDF files
