An information processing system, method and recording medium for use therewith enables a user to search for (and locate) different types of information contained in a plurality of information files. The search is conducted on the basis of the types of information that are designated, The types of information can be directly designated or indirectly designated, e.g., by designating an information file. When an information file is designated, the designated type(s) of information corresponds to the type(s) of information contained in the designated information file. The located information can then be reproduced, e.g., on a display screen.