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Forum Index : Microcontroller and PC projects : How to find duplicate files.........
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Grogster Admin Group  Joined: 31/12/2012 Location: New ZealandPosts: 9628 |
Hi all.  Does anyone know of any software, that can scan various folders, looking for filenames with the same size? I have downloaded LOTS of stuff, and I would like to "Trim the fat". I see MANY duplicates, but it is almost impossible to find them all!  I need a software, that can search all filenames and their size, and show me any files that show up with the same filename and size - as these are more then likely duplicates that can be deleted, if you see what I am getting at. Smoke makes things work. When the smoke gets out, it stops! |
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Mixtel90 Guru  Joined: 05/10/2019 Location: United KingdomPosts: 8004 |
Any use? https://www.ionos.co.uk/digitalguide/server/know-how/finding-duplicate-files-in-windows/ Edit: I've just tested CCleaner's duplicate file finder (free version) and it seems ok. You can save the list to a text file. . Edited 2025-08-16 21:04 by Mixtel90 Mick Zilog Inside! nascom.info for Nascom & Gemini Preliminary MMBasic docs & my PCB designs |
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| JohnS Guru Joined: 18/11/2011 Location: United KingdomPosts: 4062 |
For Windows or Linux? John |
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| Mixtel90 Guru Joined: 05/10/2019 Location: United KingdomPosts: 8004 |
I've no linux stuff set up at present, so only tested on Windows 10. Mick Zilog Inside! nascom.info for Nascom & Gemini Preliminary MMBasic docs & my PCB designs |
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| Volhout Guru Joined: 05/03/2018 Location: NetherlandsPosts: 5156 |
This is so dangerous, deleting duplicate files automatically. You potentially loose all relation to a project. I would suggest you copy project by project to a new drive. Once done, you swap drives, and keep the old one in a safe. Volhout PicomiteVGA PETSCII ROBOTS |
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| Grogster Admin Group Joined: 31/12/2012 Location: New ZealandPosts: 9628 |
I found this software, with hints from the members on what to search for. Software.... Seems legit, but is a pay-for software. Prices are reasonable though. I tried this out tonight, and it found 876 duplicates(200+ GB) in my YT downloaded videos.   I'd be happy enough to pay for a software that can do this, as this is something I have a major issue with(downloading YT videos), and so have many duplicates. Just being able to sort them, and delete the duplicates would seem to justify the small asking price, and I am also then supporting development of the software etc. Smoke makes things work. When the smoke gets out, it stops! |
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BarryH Newbie  Joined: 05/01/2025 Location: AustraliaPosts: 15 |
before committing to a purchase, I checked available utilities on https://www.portableapps.com I found... Duplicate Files Finder, and Wise Duplicate Finder PortableApps.com is a reputable site hosting portable apps which don't need to be installed. The downloaded file unzips to wherever you decide - even a USB stick - and will run from there. To "uninstall", just delete the installation directory you created. One of these utilities may be suitable. Edited 2025-08-17 18:52 by BarryH BarryH |
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| Grogster Admin Group Joined: 31/12/2012 Location: New ZealandPosts: 9628 |
Thanks. NOT purchased anything yet, just looking around. Smoke makes things work. When the smoke gets out, it stops! |
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| JohnS Guru Joined: 18/11/2011 Location: United KingdomPosts: 4062 |
In a command / powershell window you can sort by size and any identical should be obvious. Er... or are the YT files all over the place? (pah - why!) John Edited 2025-08-17 22:37 by JohnS |
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| Mixtel90 Guru Joined: 05/10/2019 Location: United KingdomPosts: 8004 |
CCleaner will let you search specific directories and drives. Deletions are not automatic (I didn't check to see if this was an option as I don't think it's a good idea!), it lists the files and their paths on screen so you can choose which you want. Mick Zilog Inside! nascom.info for Nascom & Gemini Preliminary MMBasic docs & my PCB designs |
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