You can check the preferences under TOOLS>Preferences>Folders to see the default location. I think it is the program directory (actually a pretty poor choice). I always create the following folders: Data, Bak, Reports, and Web. I also create a pictures folder. Then I use those for every thing and leave the program folder alone. I used to remember folks that put everything in the root directory. There file organization was basically none. It would be like putting all of your research in a file drawer with no folders, simply everything stacked in place. Use the folders to your advantage and don't waste time searching around places for where you left things (no maybe I will practice what I preach a bit better!). After checking the default you should be able to find most *.paf files. The search will also do the job. Bill > Gary is right. In PAF5 there is no folder called Data in either the > FamilySearch folder or the PAF5 folder. PAF5 data files will probably > be found in MyDocuments, but can be found by using Start menu | Search | > .paf >