FileSearch utility1.0.2

If you are looking for a straightforward application that can locate specific files and folders on your computer based on a set of predefined parameters, you can try FileSearch utility.It is a lightweight and simple tool, designed to locate content easily on local storage or network drives. It offers numerous filtering settings, but does not offer any instructions and, as a result, some first-time users may have difficulties operating it.

Use multiple keywords and search in file contents

FileSearch utility allows you to use any number of keywords during a search operation and you can even designate more than one folder for it to scan.It is also possible to search within files for specific words or phrases. You can choose whether or not the scan should be case sensitive and even exclude files that contain certain words from the operation.

Set numerous searching parameters

If you are looking for a file that has a very common name or need to find every document that matches certain criteria, you may want to include various filters.You can search for files that were created, modified or accessed between certain times and dates, documents between a specific size range, as well as files with various attributes, such as archive, read-only, hidden, compressed, encrypted, temporary and many more.

Lacks instructions for some of its functions

FileSearch utility can locate files that contain certain characters, regardless of whether they are at the beginning, end or in the middle of the name. To achieve this, you need to include an asterisk before or after the inserted letters, signaling that files names do not need to begin or end with the specified characters to be displayed on the results page.However, this procedure is not explained in any way and can be frustrating for a first-time user to understand.All in all, this is a simple tool that can help you locate various files on your computer faster than the standard Windows search function. It offers numerous filtering options, but does not offer any instructions or documentation.