It is a good idea to regularly dust your collection of files for a tidy work environment, especially when you switch to a new Windows environment.
Over time you build up a large collection of files. It is wise to regularly run the dust comb through this for a tidy working environment. Even when you make the switch to Windows 11, it is a good idea to ensure a structured working environment. Do you suffer from duplicate files, for example multiple versions of the same photo or multiple locations with the same files? To deduplicate files, you can use some external help in the form of Duplicate Cleaner.
The program looks for duplicate files and uses some smart options for that. For example, the software recognizes duplicate photos, which may be rotated or of lower quality. Music is also recognized based on its content – and not just the file name.
If you are not satisfied with the default search settings, you can specify your own criteria, for example by having Duplicate Cleaner search for files with exactly the same file size. The function to exclude certain folders is useful.
You can try the software for free, but then pay about thirty euros for the full functionality with no limit on the number of days you can use the software.
Duplicate Cleaner (digitalvolcano.co.uk/duplicatecleaner.html)
Price: free
System requirements: Windows 10, Windows 8
Language: English