FileLocator Lite

Finding a file on the hard drive can be quite difficult as the data piles up in time. Fortunately, there are various ways of locating specific bits of data, especially with third party utilities. A good example is FileLocator Lite, which is capable of finding single files or multiple files in huge heaps of data. It works faster than the operating system's basic tools and setting up a search job is quite easy.

The software is free, but it comes in a paid version as well. It is compatible with all modern Windows versions and it can be installed in no time. There is no need to install any special tools or services and you don't need powerful hardware to run the software.

Typing a file's name in a search field and clicking a button is sufficient to start searching for the file in question. The software can search on the entire hard drive, on individual partitions or in user-specified folders. Results are listed on the lower half of the interface, where you can also find a summary of the search process, as well as a hit counter and reports.

Although its name implies it is a lighter version of another program, FileLocator Lite still has a wide range of tools, which can help you locate specific files much faster. For example, if you are looking for text files, you can also specify contained words or phrases to narrow down the search. Additionally, you can set FileLocator Lite to look for files that were modified, created or accessed before or after certain dates.

When it comes to searching for files on the hard drive, FileLocator Lite can find a needle in a hay stack for you.