Why are all my files headed under "other" (in storage)

After restarting my mac and emptying a few files, the whole storage is under the "other" tab...
Any help appreciated
(Macbook Retina 2014) 13"

Your HDD needs to re-index. When it's finished all should be OK.
Spotlight- How to re-index folders or volumes - Apple Support

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