Have Finder Search window view options changed?

Why can't I change the column width in column view for Finder anymore?

Hi nwhiop,
Column width in column view of Finder windows may be changed by placing the cursor directly over the coumn divider line. The cursor will change and you can drag the line. See this article -
OS X Mavericks: Choose options for viewing items in Finder windows
Specifically the section Adjust the view as you work -
In list view, column view, and Cover Flow, drag the line that’s between the column headings to resize the columns. To expand a column to reveal its longest entry, double-click the column divider.
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Best,
Brett L

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I recently upgraded to Snow Leopard from Tiger.
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