Everything filters with custom columns return empty results

Preflight Checklist

• I have fully read the README and it did not solve the problem.
• I have read the FAQ and it did not solve the problem.
• I have searched all open and closed issues for the same bug report without success.

EverythingToolbar Version

3.3.0.0

Variant

Taskbar search box / Launcher

Everything Version

1.5.0

Windows Version

Microsoft Windows NT 10.0.26200.0

Steps to reproduce

1. In Everything, create a custom filters with custom columns for specific ordering. For example: <D:\Applications\ a:=1> | <C:\Windows ext:exe;msc a:=2> sort:a
2. Configure EverythingToolbar to use Everything filters
3. Select the filter and type something

Expected Behavior

Same search results in both applications.

Actual Behavior

Empty list in EverythingToolbar.

Screenshots

Log output

2026-09-17 07:56:51.3941|INFO|Launcher|EverythingToolbar 3.3.0.0 started. OS: Microsoft Windows NT 10.0.26200.0|

It's the only line I have.

Additional Information

If I remove the a:= elements, filter works.

Final Checklist

• I have provided detailed, clear information in all required fields above and put genuine effort into this bug report.