Requirements:
- python 2.7
- PyQt4 (python-qt4)
- On Windows: python module win32api
This utility allows a fast search for files based on the meta-information:
- Name
- Extension
- Size
- Date
The original purpose was to allow to easily answer a queries such as:
Where is the .cpp file I edited last week?Where is the IMG* file that is larger than 1Mb?
The utility works by building a database of files, using the fffbuild.py script This script can either be run manually, or better yet, run as a scheduled task (probably once a day). Typical run time for indexing is around 30 - 180 seconds, depending on machine and number of files.
The fffsearch.py opens a GUI for searching. For fast access, setting up a keyboard shortcut that starts this GUI is best. The fields are relatively self explanatory. Double clicking a result runs (opens) it.