FileFind

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!

Features

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.
Content Search:
- Locate files containing specific phrases or words.
- Case-sensitive and whole-word matching.
- Negate results to exclude specific content.
Advanced Filters:
- Exclude or include specific file types or directories.
- Recursive search in subdirectories.
Cross-Platform Compatibility:
- Runs seamlessly on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Intuitive User Interface:
- Clean and organized tabs for easy navigation.
- Real-time status updates with progress indicators.

Installation

You can install FileFind via different methods depending on your platform.

Precompiled Binaries

Download the latest release from the Releases Page.

Windows: Download and run the FileFind-Setup.exe installer.
Linux: Install the .deb or .rpm package using your package manager.
macOS: Use the .dmg file to install FileFind.

See INSTALL.md for detailed instructions.

From Source

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

Usage

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.
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.

Screenshots

Search Interface

Contributing

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.

License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3). For details, see the LICENSE file.

Support

Have questions or need help? Reach out via:

Acknowledgments

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! 🚀 .

NDXDeveloper/FileFind