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CNET Editors' review
This small software application bypasses Windows search with a lightning quick interface and real-time results for all of the files and folders in your local hard drive or any subsection of it. The software doesn't do much more than search, but its efficiency, effectiveness, stability, and low system resource usage make it a keeper utility.
The software is split into two main controls: the search box and the results page. When you first run Everything, it will create an index of all the files and folders on your machine. Unless you have millions of files, the index will be created before you know it. Searching is done in real time, as you type--i.e. the search term "rad" returns 379 objects, "radio" returns 160, and "radiohead" returns 71, all instantly.
The results screen can display seven different fields: Name, Path, Size, Last Write Time, Creation Time, Last Access Time, and Attributes. Sorting by any field takes a little longer than searching, but only slows down noticeably when you sort more than 1,000 results.
Everything also lets users connect to HTTP, FTP, or ETP (Everything Transfer Protocol) servers to allow remote searches, but its functionality is mostly singular--searching your local PC very quickly with minimal resources, and it accomplishes that well. If you've never struggled with Windows search before, you might pass Everything by; if your computer is a disorganized mess with files all over the place, Everything might be a wonderful gift.
Publisher's Description
From voidtools:
Everything is a search engine for Windows that replaces the normal Windows search with a much faster one. Unlike Windows search, Everything initially displays every file and folder on your computer. You can type in a search filter to limit what files and folders are displayed. Everything only uses file and folder names and generally takes a few seconds to build its database. 1,000,000 files will take about 1 minute.
Version 1.1.4.301 adds -search
What's new in this version: Version 1.1.4.301 adds -search
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"Good stuff! Only searches filenames - finds them fast!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Finds all files whose names contain a certain expression, and does so quickly. The option that Google Desktop forgot! Best of all, you do NOT have to wait for a browser to fire up to see the results.
Cons
None so far - just what I was looking for.
Summary
Google desktop is good and fast - but showing results in a browser is not necessarily the greatest way to see results. Besides, Google desktop returns all search results, when all you REALLY want is find the file with a certain expression in the filename. This program imposes minimal overhead on the machine, works fast, and lets me find files quickly. It's standard equipment on each of several PC's I use now.
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"WONDERFUL PRODUCT I EVER DOWNLOADED!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
So Simple, tiny and efficient tool to search files. Includes an option to search using regular expression. It takes seconds to build the index of 1 million files. Dynamically updates the search results whenever there is a change in the file system.
Cons
TO BE PRECISE - NONE!
Summary
I am betting on this product and very soon this product will be downloaded by millions of people across the globe. My hats off to the developers of this product.
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"Best search system ever!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Extremely fast, finds everything (as the name suggests.
Leaves Google desktop and windows equivalent for deadCons
None - great program
Summary
So quick, so easy to use
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"Best yet. Light on resources and very FAST!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Simple and has worked better and faster than anything I have used so far. This one is a real keeper. Does not bog down the systems resources.
Cons
I have not found anything that I could qualify as a negative, and hope that I won't.
Summary
Works, is fast, and simply does the job.
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"I LOVE THIS THING!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Does exactly what it says and FAST! You only need to type in a part of the file name you are looking for and every file with that as a portion of the name comes up. This finds files of any format. Great for finding files that you didn't intend to sta
Cons
None that I can think of.
Summary
One great thing is that it even searches my portable hard drive, if it is attached, simultaneously. No special parameters are necessary, just type in the approximate file name and every hit with the search name as part of the file name comes up instantly.
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"So far so good!"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
It's easy to use!
Cons
Have not found one yet!
Summary
Every home should have one!
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"Very useful simple program for everyone, pro or not"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Light, quite easy to use and very fast to find whatever you need on your micro
Cons
The Interface could be a bit less sober and much more attractive
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"Answer displayed before search criteria is finished."
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Quick and easy to use.
Cons
Have not used it enough to encounter any pros.
Summary
Product does what it says it will do. Is a great timesaver
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"Very good addition to the Windows programmes"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Quick and easy
Cons
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"Does Exactly What It's Supposed To ... Quickly"
Version: Everything 1.1.4.301
Pros
Small footprint, rapid response. It doesn't have the flexibility of the full Windows searches in either XP or Vista, but what it does do, Everything does at blazing speed. As fast as you type characters, it's already limiting search targets.
Cons
I could complain that it doesn't have every bell and whistle. Of course, if it did, it wouldn't be so small and quick.
Summary
I use it at least 20:1 over Windows Search.
Added to Vista laptop; still working as advertised. Granted, its searches are somewhat limited, but within those limits, it kicks.
Updated on Dec 5, 2008
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