The highlighted column is used for searching.
Searches may be made on any of the headings.

If a number is entered, the system will assume the search is on Student ID.
This is often a quick way of finding the student where the number is known.

Balances can be displayed by selecting "Include Balances".

Close Matching
Close matching will match any of the characters entered to any part of the name, eg. 'ome' will find Gomez, Homer, Omeran etc.
Enter a number and the search will automatically change to Search Account ID.
Account balances are not automatically shown (improves performance). If required, tick "Include Balance" box.