How to Add Search Directory?

Free Duplicate Finder needs at least one folder to scan. Follow the steps below to add a search directory.

Step 1: Switch to the Scanner tab

After launching the app, make sure the Scanner tab is selected in the left sidebar.

Main Scanner interface
Main Scanner interface

Step 2: Click Add in Search Directories

In the Search Directories box, click the + (Add) button. A folder picker dialog will open.

Clicking the Add button
Clicking the Add button

Step 3: Select the folder

Choose the folder that contains the videos or photos you want to check, then confirm. The folder path will appear in the list.

Step 4: Include sub directories (optional)

Check the Include Sub Directories option if you want the scan to also search inside subfolders.

Tips

  • You can add more than one folder.
  • Uncheck Include Images if you only want to scan video files.
  • Use Ignore Read Only Folders to skip write-protected locations.