Everything for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffAugust 21, 2025

Everything is a powerful search engine tool that lives up to its name, allowing users to locate any file or folder instantly. Unlike the built-in Windows search, this program starts by indexing every file on your computer, providing a comprehensive database that makes searching feel almost instantaneous.

This free program's lean design is another major plus. With a tiny installation file and minimal resource usage, it won't slow down your system. Whether you're a casual user with a small hard drive or a professional with millions of files, Everything remains incredibly light and responsive.

Experience seamless and instant file access

One of the standout features of Everything is its incredible indexing speed. The program only indexes file and folder names, which is how it can build a complete database in a matter of seconds. This initial setup is so quick that you can start searching almost immediately after installation. This speed is a game-changer, especially for users who often work with large files.

While the program excels at indexing file names, its ability to search file contents is a notable limitation. Although it offers a content of search function, the program's documentation clearly states that content is not indexed, making these searches slow. This means that if you need to find a document based on a specific phrase or keyword within the file itself, you may be left waiting.

Despite this, its core function, which is the instant filename searching, is executed perfectly. The interface is clean and simple, making it easy to learn and use. The program is also free and does not contain any malware, spyware, or adware, making it a trustworthy and safe choice. It also offers advanced search options, including Boolean operators and wildcards, which allow for incredibly precise searches.

Pros
- Incredibly fast file indexing and searching
- Minimal system resource usage
- Clean, simple, and responsive user interface
- Real-time file system updates
Cons
- Advanced search features require learning specific syntax

Bottom Line

The simple, secure way to find your files

Everything is a fantastic choice for anyone who needs a fast, efficient, and reliable way to search for files on their Windows computer. Its speed and minimal resource usage make it a superior alternative to the default Windows search. While it has its limitations, particularly with content searching, its core functionality is so strong that it's an indispensable tool for many users.

What’s new in version 1.5.0.1391

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GENERAL

Release: September 21, 2020

Latest update: August 21, 2025

Version: 1.5.0.1391

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 8
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 10
Windows 7

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 422,243

Downloads Last Week: 42

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User Reviews

4.5/5

213 User Votes

Simply Awesome!
ecob181July 17, 2017
Pros
Lightning fast exactly the way file explorer is not. Finds what you are looking for exactly like file manger does not. To think of the hours of frustration before I found Everything!
Cons
Em...... well then there's ........ and also ......... Hmmm, nope can't think of one.
Summary
Just get it. You will not regret it.
Excellent!
toodogz422April 9, 2017
Pros
Extremely fast and accurate.
Cons
Not a lot of bells and whistles, but this is not necessarily bad.
Summary
I use this software frequently. It's extremely (I mean REALLY) FAST! I have four hard drives and it whips through searches with high speed. Doesn't have a lot of fancy tools, but you can, for example, go directly to Windows Explorer when the file you're looking for is identified, then take whatever action you want. Really find this program useful, particularly when an elusive file has disappeared, or when I'm trying to find versions of a particular file that exist in different locations.
Found exact phrase in file; essential for Tech Writers
lindajobrutonJanuary 3, 2017
Pros
I went crazy looking for a file that had a certain phrase in it which MS opted to take OUT of their search engine. I tried at least 15 different search programs and then I found Everything. I've sent the link to our IT and they think it's great too. BTW - WHY CAN'T I GIVE THIS 5 STARS INSTEAD OF JUST 4.5?
Cons
I cannot think of a single thing wrong with this software.
Summary
I am a technical writer. I have thousands of files and some of those files have thousands of pages. Finding an exact phrase (or Token) is ESSENTIAL in my line of work. I LOVE this product - GREAT JOB
It works in Windows 10
4DeniseApril 16, 2016
Pros
It works in Windows 10 It works fast
Cons
I haven't found one
Summary
I got tired of Windows search being so useless. Not once have I ever been able to find anything with it. I decided to find something better and I came across this little gem. I saw that it is old and I figured it couldn't hurt to try it. I'm very glad I did. Now I can actually find files I have lost. I have not been able to do that for years. I don't know how anyone even manages with Windows' native search. I have 4.5 TB of space on my computer and this little utility managed to find everything with the word I was looking for in the name or the folder name within about a minute-- without first spending days indexing the drives!
This is How Microsoft Windows Search Should Have Been!
divenexJanuary 20, 2016
Pros
This search utility is simply fantastic! For a long time I through that the built-in search of Windows 7-10 represented the state-of-the art and I found it quite useful. But the "Everything" search made me realize how much better Windows search could actually be! This little routine is much faster and, unlike the Microsoft search, it never misses any files.
Cons
None I can think of
Summary
If you find Microsoft Windows Search useful, you will be blown away by how much better this little routine actually is. It's hard to believe that the "Everything" programmer managed to develop a tool that is so much better than what Microsoft has been providing for a decade.
My Longtime Favorite Tool
pugetsoundmarkDecember 26, 2015
Pros
This tool is extraordinary. I've been using it for a long time, and I've gotten to the point where I can't function without it. On my home PC fixed drives it shows that I have close to 1.2 Million objects/files. This Everything search tool has never failed to find any files that match my filter. (I have many thousands more files when I connect my external drive, and it finds all those files as well.) It's very fast when it occasionally refreshes it's database, and it's instantaneous to do the search itself. For me, it has proved to much better than using the builtin file name searching in Windows. Please note that there is a much more current version on the Developer's web site than Download.com is showing. My only regret is that I waited so long to do this review!
Cons
None. (Although it's gotten me kind of lazy to remember, or write down, where I stored various files. haha)
Summary
As another reviewer wrote, this really is Indispensable!
Indispensable search utility
neeo1April 24, 2015
Pros
Quickly finds files on any drive
Cons
Has not been updated in a long time
Summary
fantastic search engine
cgfry2000January 27, 2015
Pros
Everything is very fast, and finds everything on my Win8.1 computer. Have SSD + a 1T drive, and it really does (literally, including hidden files) find everything on the computer. Best of all, it does the search nearly instantaneously.
Cons
None, nada
Summary
I stopped Windows search and removed the index database, since it was filling up my SSD. Everything is so much better, way faster and completely non-intrusive. Great program!
massive amount of missing directories
wlybabyOctober 22, 2014
Pros
havent found any unfortunately as it misses so many directories as to not be useful.
Cons
all volumes are ntfs, yet misses majority of directories. have tried all the troubleshooting tips so just uninstalled. had heard great things just not playing out that way. using on windows 7 64 machine.
Summary
not useful at all unfortunately. looking for alternative.
When it works it's great...but!
GamerKingMarch 8, 2014
Pros
It does what it promises, and it's very fast.
Cons
Mine developed a strange error..when I contacted developer they didn't even acknowledge my email. I guess that's the problem with free software--you get it AS IS..or in this case, AS IT ISN'T!
Summary
I wish someone would write a more stable version, especially someone who is prepared to support it.

Developer’s Description

Search through your Windows system lightning fast using file indexes and folder names.

Everything is a search engine for Windows that replaces ordinary Windows search with a considerably 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.