Native Windows desktop utility

Find anything.
Act instantly.

Search millions of files as you type, look inside their contents, and manage the results without breaking your flow.

Download installer
winget install --id BohdanKoudelka.FileSearchManager --exact
  • Free and open source
  • MIT licensed
  • Windows 10 & 11
File Search Manager displaying instant search results on Windows
NTFS MFT indexing Live file updates Content search Keyboard first

Built for real file systems

Search is only the beginning.

Filter, inspect, organize, transfer, archive, and open files from one focused workspace.

01

Search engine

Millions of paths.
Zero waiting around.

Read the NTFS Master File Table for a fast initial index, follow changes live, and fall back safely to a normal directory scan when needed.

02

Content search

Look inside, not just at names.

Search UTF-8, UTF-16, case-insensitive text, or hexadecimal content within the files you already filtered.

03

File operations

Turn results into action.

Copy, move, link, recycle, drag, drop, extract, archive, and open with compatible applications—directly from your result list.

04

Reusable workflows

Keep frequent searches one click away.

Pin named filters, save a target basket, and export everything as one portable settings file.

05

Live changes

Watch where an application writes.

Any file that changes after the initial index shows the time and size it has right now—even while the application still holds the file open—so sorting by Changed puts it on top.

06

Keyboard & mouse

Stay fast from first query to final action.

Rich selection controls, always-available shortcuts, sortable columns, and a complete help view keep advanced workflows discoverable.

From disk to done

Three steps.
No detours.

The interface stays deliberately dense where it matters and gets out of your way everywhere else.

Read the complete guide
  1. 01

    Index

    Load local drives through the optional read-only Windows service, elevated helper, or standard folder walk.

  2. 02

    Filter

    Type to narrow by name, parent folder, full path, exact directory, or file content.

  3. 03

    Act

    Select the right results and handle them using familiar shortcuts, context menus, or drag and drop.

Recommended installation

Put every file
within reach.

WinGet handles the installation and keeps future updates one command away.

Windows TerminalPowerShell
PS> winget install --id BohdanKoudelka.FileSearchManager --exact

Standalone option: the installer is currently unsigned, so Windows may show a security warning.