FileFind is an advanced file search utility designed to efficiently locate files and directories based on a wide range of criteria, including name patterns, size, attributes, content, and timestamps.
🚀 Lightweight, intuitive, and blazing fast!
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Comprehensive Search Options:
- Search by name patterns with wildcards (
*,?). - Filter by file size, type, or attributes (e.g., hidden, read-only).
- Specify date ranges for creation, modification, or last access times.
- Search by name patterns with wildcards (
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Content Search:
- Locate files containing specific phrases or words.
- Case-sensitive and whole-word matching.
- Negate results to exclude specific content.
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Advanced Filters:
- Exclude or include specific file types or directories.
- Recursive search in subdirectories.
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Cross-Platform Compatibility:
- Runs seamlessly on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
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Intuitive User Interface:
- Clean and organized tabs for easy navigation.
- Real-time status updates with progress indicators.
You can install FileFind via different methods depending on your platform.
Download the latest release from the Releases Page.
- Windows: Download and run the
FileFind-Setup.exeinstaller. - Linux: Install the
.debor.rpmpackage using your package manager. - macOS: Use the
.dmgfile to install FileFind.
See INSTALL.md for detailed instructions.
Clone the repository and build FileFind using the Free Pascal Compiler (FPC) or Lazarus IDE:
git clone https://github.com/NDXDeveloper/FileFind.git
cd FileFind
fpc filefind.lpr- Launch FileFind from your applications menu or terminal.
- Select a folder to search in.
- Define your criteria:
- File name pattern (
*.txt,report?.docx, etc.). - Content search phrase (optional).
- Filters for size, date, and attributes.
- File name pattern (
- Click Start Search and watch results appear in real-time.
- Double-click results to open files or their locations.
For advanced tips, check out the USAGE.md file.
We welcome contributions from the community! Here's how you can help:
- Report Issues: Found a bug? Open an issue here.
- Submit Features: Suggest new features or enhancements.
- Fork and Code: Clone the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request.
This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3). For details, see the LICENSE file.
Have questions or need help? Reach out via:
Special thanks to:
- The Free Pascal and Lazarus IDE communities for their incredible tools.
- Open-source contributors who make projects like this possible.
Ready to make your file searches faster and easier? Try FileFind today! 🚀 .