Your trusted software to find duplicate files in Windows

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Find duplicate files, including images, audio, video, archives, databases, text, MS Office, Adobe, and web files, across your Windows drives and folders.

Download the trial version to scan and list the duplicate items.

Find duplicate items instantly, even from large folders.

Apply various filters on the duplicate items, such as file type, min/max size, and hidden files.

Display the scanned duplicate items separately in blue color.

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Top use cases for Kernel Duplicate File Finder

Eliminate duplicate items from the Windows with Duplicate File Finder

When your Windows drives and folders become cluttered with duplicate files, our tool comes to the rescue. Kernel Duplicate File Finder efficiently locates and eliminates duplicate files, including archives, databases, text, MS Office, Adobe, or web files from the Windows system. It helps you reclaim valuable storage space, streamline your system, and enhance performance. The tool's user-friendly interface ensures an organized and efficient environment, eliminating duplicates and optimizing your Windows experience.

Find and eliminate duplicate photos and videos for the organized media library

Simplify your cluttered media library with our tool. Kernel Duplicate File Finder specializes in identifying and managing duplicate photos and videos, regardless of format or size. It locates duplicates in various image formats (JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP, JP2) and video formats (MP4, MKV, 3GP, AVI, FLV, WEBM). With this tool, effortlessly declutter your media collection, free up space, and optimize your storage for a more organized and enjoyable experience.

Find specific duplicate files according to file extension filters

When dealing with a cluttered file system, utilize the filters of Kernel Duplicate File Finder. It allows you to locate specific duplicates based on file extension filters. Before the scan, set filters, including file type, maximum & minimum size, skip hidden files, and include/exclude all files. After the scan, manage duplicates based on your needs—keep the oldest or newest version, move to a separate folder, recycle bin, or delete permanently.

Explore software’s key capabilities

Let's discuss the innovative features of the software that ensure the quick identification of duplicate items.

Support all image, audio, and video formats

Find duplicate images, audio, and video files across formats supporting files, including JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP, etc., for images, MP4, MKV, 3GP, AVI, FLV, WEBM, VOB for videos, and MP3, M4A, FLAC, WAV, WMA, AAC, AIFF, etc., for audio.

Find duplicate MS Office files

Manage and control duplicates of MS Office files on your Windows computer using the tool. It identifies duplicates across various folders, listing them with complete paths, names, and extensions, allowing you to take appropriate action.

Find duplicate database files

Retrieve and manage duplicate database files across various database formats, such as DB, MDF, MDB, PDB, SQLITE, ITDB, GDB, DB3, WMDB, SDF, and DBS. The tool provides essential file details, including extensions and basic metadata.

Find duplicate Adobe and Web files

Access duplicate files created in Adobe applications and web pages. The tool supports Adobe formats, including PDF, PS, EPS, PRN, and various web file formats, including ASP, CHM, CSS, HTML, etc. It provides detailed information, such as file properties and extensions for each duplicate file in the scan results.

Comprehensive scanning to find & remove duplicate items

Reclaim valuable space on your system drives by removing duplicate files, whether they are images, audio, video, MS Office documents, or database files. The tool identifies duplicates of specified formats, providing their actual locations and completing the scan in minimum time.

Scan multiple Windows drives and folders

The tool facilitates a quick and efficient scan for duplicate items by allowing users to add multiple folders. Users can select and scan specific Windows drives or folders, with instant results presenting a comprehensive list of identified duplicate items.

Apply file filters before the scan

Before running the duplicate scan, you can set filters like file type, maximum size, minimum size, skip hidden files, & all files. After the scan, you will get the duplicate files meeting the specified criteria.

Manage duplicate items as per the need

Customize your duplicate file management by choosing to retain either the oldest or newest version. Move the selected version to a separate folder or recycle bin, or delete it permanently based on your preferences.

Friendly GUI with wide compatibility

With its user-friendly interface and powerful algorithms, the tool identifies duplicate items effortlessly. It highlights duplicate files in blue and is compatible with various Windows versions, including Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, and XP.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the software to locate duplicate files?

Follow the below steps to find duplicate files using the software:

Open the software and click the Add icon to choose the drives and folders for scanning.
Add the desired folders or drives and click Start Scan.
Apply the file types and other filters and click OK.
After the quick scan, click Pre-Action Analysis.
Select actions and click Display Duplicate Files.
Review files and click Proceed.
Confirm the action by clicking Confirm Action.
Once completed, the software will show a success message, then click OK.

Can I search for duplicate text files created in the Notepad application?

Yes, Notepad creates files in Text format, and the tool can identify and search for duplicate Text files.

How can I move the duplicate items to a different computer?

You can select the option to move the duplicate items to an attached external device and then use this device to transfer the data to a different computer.

How can I make sure that the tool has found the correct duplicate files of the selected format?

Apart from the name and extension, you can find that the files will have the same size. So, you can confirm the duplicity based on the file's metadata.

Can I run the scan for the video files only?

Yes, you can initiate a search specifically for video files.

How many folders can I add at a time?

You can add multiple folders at a time in the tool.

After running the scan, I found that there were some files that I had taken as the backup, and I did not want to either move or delete them. So, what should I do?

You can use the checkbox to deselect them, and no action will be applied to them.

Can the tool search for folders that are hidden in the drive?

Yes, the tool is capable of searching within hidden folders as well.

What benefits does the trial version offer, and what are its limitations?

The free trial version of the tool helps you find and list the duplicate files on your system. But you cannot delete or move duplicates using the free version. For that, you need to buy its license.

Software Prerequisites & recommendations

About Software

Version: 21.04

Release Date: Apr 2021

License Type: Personal & Corporate

System Requirements

Hard Disk: 50 MB of disk space

Memory: Minimum 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)

Processor: Intel® Pentium Processor compatible (x86, x64) or equivalent

Operating System: Windows 365, 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 98, NT, 95, Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, 2008 R2, 2008, 2003 R2, 2003

What customers say about Kernel Duplicate File Finder

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Lifesaver alert! This duplicate file finder cleared up my messy files, giving my device a space boost. I highly recommend it – super easy and effective!

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