wList 3.0

Fast File Search: Find & List Files

Find files in seconds, not minutes. wList is a fast and lightweight file search tool for Windows that quickly finds files on both local drives and network shares, while allowing you to create professional file lists.

Built for both everyday users and IT pros, wList combines intelligent caching and smart categorization so repeat searches are blazingly quick and results stay accurate. Beyond search, it doubles as a professional directory lister – create clean, customizable file lists and printable folder reports in moments, with low resource requirements – no need to run in the background.
Download wList and stop hunting for files.

Key Features

• 🚀 Fast File Search and Discovery – Locate files and folders across entire drives quickly.
• 📁 Smart File Categories & Filtering – Use wList as a specialized document finder or media locator with ease.
• 📋 Professional Directory Printer – Easily list directory contents and create a file catalog for external drives.
• 🌐 Network File Search – Perform LAN search tasks easily on shared network drives.
• ✅ Clean, action-oriented UI – Access any find file result or its containing folder directly from the app.
• 📷 Integrated Image Viewer – Visually verify images found during file searches without using external software.
• 🌎 Unicode and Diacritics Support – Handle national characters during file search and file listing operations.
• 🔋 Low Resource Usage – Does not burden the system because it does not need to run in the background.

File Searching and Directory Listing Reimagined

Start Finding with a Smile

We know that in today’s world of massive hard drives and complex networks, finding the right file can sometimes seem like a hassle. The default search tools don't always keep up with your pace. That is where wList comes in to help! Designed to be your friendly, professional file finder, this app bridges the gap between simple discovery and comprehensive data management. We have evolved wList from a handy directory lister into a high-performance tool that helps you find files with effortless accuracy. It is the perfect companion for anyone who wants to navigate their digital life smoothly.

File Search with Delightful Speed

The magic behind wList is our smart, next-generation disk indexer. Unlike traditional tools that might slow down your PC in the background, wList uses intelligent on-demand indexing to give you a truly respectful quick search experience.

Whether you are performing a local file search or scanning a network, wList delivers results in seconds. We effectively eliminate the "waiting game," allowing you to locate files across thousands of folders in the blink of an eye. If you need to search files using a tool that respects your time and your computer's resources, you are going to love wList.

More Than a Search Engine: Your Directory Printer

Finding a file is wonderful, but sometimes you need to do more – like document your findings. wList will happily serve as your personal creator of file lists of selected types or folder contents. wList is happy to serve as your personal directory printer and creator of a list of files of selected types. Do you need to create handy file list or perhaps a detailed file inventory for your records?

wList makes it incredibly easy to generate a simple file list or a comprehensive directory listing. You can format your results using three clear styles, then save them to a text file or copy your filelist to the clipboard for immediate use.

Smart Categories: Your Personal Document Finder

Efficiency isn't just about speed; it is about finding exactly what matters to you. To help you focus, wList features smart categories, acting as your dedicated document finder, photo locator, and media helper all in one.

By automatically grouping your files into helpful categories like Audio, Video, and Documents, we streamline your workflow. Say goodbye to scrolling through unrelated system files – simply pick a category to list files that are important to your task.

The Modern "dir in Window" Experience

For those who cherish the simplicity of the classic "dir" command but love the comfort of a modern interface, wList is your ideal directory lister. Our clean "dir in window" design lets you list folder contents and manage your directory list in a pleasant, distraction-free environment.

Working with international data? We have you covered! Support for Unicode ensures you can search files and list files containing national characters in any language without a hitch. Enjoy a file finder that is as powerful as it is user-friendly.

Why Choose wList?

Powerful Performance Without the Bloat

We believe software should be powerful, focused, and lightweight. That is why wList is designed as a pure file search engine without any unnecessary bloat or background processes that slow down your computer. Unlike other tools, it performs on-demand disk indexing only when you ask for it, ensuring your system stays fast and the privacy of your files is fully respected. It is a reliable, high-speed tool that works the moment you launch it, making it the definitive choice for efficient Windows file management.

Find Files in a Heartbeat-Even on Network Shares

Stop browsing and start finding. With wList, you can search files at incredible speeds and locate missing data in just seconds. Our intuitive interface acts as a temporary disk indexer; once your initial search is complete, every subsequent search in that location is lightning-fast. This is a total lifesaver for professionals performing deep LAN searches or navigating massive search results where traditional browsing feels sluggish. Whether it’s a high-capacity local drive or an external disk, wList delivers unmatched speed and precision.

Professional File Lists and Inventories Made Easy

wList is much more than just a quick file finder; it is a file list creator and directory lister. Whether you are generating a professional file inventory for an audit or need a fast way to export a directory contents for a project, wList will handle this task. You can generate clean lists from even the most complicated folders in no time. Simply choose your location, press ENTER, and click "Create List". Best of all, the file list includes national and international symbols. Your reports are always accurate and professional.

Smart Categories for a Smarter Workflow

Efficiency is built directly into the wList experience. You can easily narrow your focus to search only for the specific documents or media you need using our 10 major categories and 49 specialized sub-categories. This versatility makes it the ultimate document finder and directory printer. You can filter your results instantly and even open files or their containing folders directly from the app with a simple double-click. It is the most efficient "dir in window" experience available for Windows users today. Common file categories include:

• 📄 Documents – PDF, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, ODT, ODS, ...
• 🖼 Pictures – JPEG, JPG, PNG, WEBP, SVG, BMP, GIF, ...
• 🎵 Audio – MP3, OGG, WAV, FLAC, MID, MIDI, ...
• 🎬 Video – AVI, DIVX, MOV, MP4, MPEG, MPG, WMV, ...
• 🅰 Executable – EXE, MSIX, APPX, PS1, BAT, ...
• 📦 Archives – ZIP, 7Z, GZ, GZIP, RAR, ...

Locate Your Songs in a Flash

Searching for your music collection should be fun, not a chore. With wList, you can perform a high-speed audio file search across your hard drive, external backups, or even old CDs and DVDs. Use it as a personal file catalog to create a comprehensive list of files for your entire library, covering everything from MP3 and OGG to high-fidelity FLAC, WAV files and playlists.

If you need to find all MP3 files only, just type .MP3 (the dot and extension) in the search field. If you want to include other popular music files, please select a file category: Audio > MP3, OGG, .... To play a file, simply double-click it. This is the fastest way to organize and use a library of sounds spread across many different locations.

Stop Wondering: "Where on Earth is that Photo?"

We have all been there-knowing a precious photo exists but having no idea which folder it is hiding in. wList makes it easy to find file locations for all your graphics. It is a powerful document finder for your visual assets, allowing you to bypass manual browsing and see a complete list of every image on your disk.

From standard JPG and PNG files to modern formats like WebP and SVG, wList indexes them all with ease. Whether your photos are buried on a flash drive, an old disc, or a complex network share, wList helps you find them, list them, and view them with a simple double-click. Stop searching and start seeing your memories again!

What wList Doesn't Do

• It doesn't search file contents.
• It doesn't search and organize results by file size (yet).
• It doesn't run in the background, so it doesn't burden the system.

wList does not index drives in real time; it indexes them on demand. Searching a given location begins with indexing. Indexing speed depends on disk parameters, directory structure and number of files. In some cases, indexing can take an exceptionally long time. Once indexed, subsequent searches are lightning fast.

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Instantly find files on local and network drives using super-fast cache technology. Categorize results intelligently (Audio, Documents, Video, etc.) and generate clean, accessible file lists. wList supports national characters (Unicode).

File searching and file listing redefined.