# Global Search

Global search can be used to quickly find cases, evidence, notes, tasks, acquisitions, and storage items in Monolith.

To start a global search, press Control + F on your keyboard. This will open a search box where you can type in your search string.

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Click the arrow icon on the search results to open the item.

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