nextcloud / nextcloud/server

32.0.0 File picker => Search everywhere like in the new file search

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0. Needs triage enhancement
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Description

In 32.0.0 The file search is top 👍

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
In the file picker, you cannot find what you are looking for

=> File search "Devis"

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Describe the solution you'd like
=> File picker search "Devis"

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Describe alternatives you've considered
A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered.

Additional context
Add any other context or screenshots about the feature request here.

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Research direction

Start by comparing the file picker search with the newer file search shown in the issue screenshots. Trace the file picker and file search entry points to determine how their search scopes differ; done means the file picker can find the same results as file search.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Tech stack
javascript, php
Domain
frontend, search
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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