How to Start Searching?

Once you have added at least one search directory, you can start scanning for duplicate videos and photos.

Step 1: Configure scan options

Before starting, you can adjust these options:

  • Include Sub Directories: Scan inside subfolders.
  • Include Images: Also scan image files.
  • Percent: Similarity threshold for matching files.
  • Thumbnails: Number of thumbnails used for comparison.
Scan options
Scan options

Step 2: Click Start

Click the blue Start button in the toolbar. The app will begin enumerating and comparing files.

Start button
Start button

Step 3: Wait for results

Progress is shown at the bottom of the window. When finished, duplicate groups will appear in the main area.

Controls during scanning

  • Pause: Temporarily stop the scan.
  • Stop: Cancel the scan.