Why does my iPhone not index Folders correctly when iPhone connected to internet

When my iPhone has Wi-Fi enabled, my Folders held on my iPhone's internal memory (Files app.) does not index properly (complete folders are not able to be located using the Search function in the Files app.).


I know it is a Wi-Fi conflict because as soon as I disable Wi-Fi and use the File app. Search function, all Folders are indexable (searchable).


I do not have iCloud Backup turned on, so why is there an indexing conflict associated with the status of my Wi-Fi?



iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 2, 2025 09:44 PM

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Why does my iPhone not index Folders correctly when iPhone connected to internet

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