Accelerated File Search is a fast PC program that efficiently searches files on hard drives, eliminating the need to wait for Windows Search to complete its operations.
With Accelerated File Search, you can find files in just one second, and this is all thanks to a copy of the filesystem table that's created in RAM. The search process does not require any HDD activity, which significantly reduces distracting noises.
When you start the program for the first time, it will create an index of filesystem entries. This process may take a few minutes, but once it's done, the program is ready to search your files right away. The best part? Accelerated File Search automatically starts at Windows startup, and you can find its icon in the system tray.
It's imperative to keep the program running at all times as it monitors the filesystem. Whenever a file is created, deleted, or renamed, it automatically updates the index table in real time.
Searching for a file or a folder with Accelerated File Search is incredibly easy. You just need to enter the filename or part of it in the search box and press enter. You can even use wildcards such as * and ? to find files with ease. The * wildcard means occurrence of any number (including zero) of characters, while ? means occurrence of exactly one character.
The program features two search modes, simple and advanced. In simple mode, the search is done only by the file name. In advanced mode, you can specify additional criteria like file type, file size, last modification time, and hard drives to search on, which makes it much easier to find exactly what you're looking for.
When you close the main window of Accelerated File Search, the program is minimized to the system tray, so you don't need to worry about shutting it down. If you need to access the program again, simply double-click on the tray icon or use the key combination Ctrl+Alt+F. It's worth noting that you can disable or enable the Ctrl+Alt+F hotkey in the program options.
In conclusion, I highly recommend Accelerated File Search to anyone looking for a fast, reliable, and efficient file searching software. It's easy to use, packed with useful features, and it significantly improves the overall search experience on your PC.
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