How to Search for Files on Mac



When you have only a small number of files, organizing them systematically allows you to quickly find the files you need. However, if you have a large number of files, organizing them becomes ineffective, and finding the desired files in a cluttered pile becomes a difficult task.

Alternatively, when you need to search for files based on complex rules, such as recently modified files or file types, searching for files becomes a challenging task.


Using Spotlight to Search for Files

Spotlight, a feature in the Mac system, provides file search functionality. Spotlight can meet our basic file search needs. For example, using Spotlight, we can quickly search for files by file name or file type.

However, Spotlight cannot perform complex searches based on specific rules, such as searching for files by their content.


Using AI Finder to Search for Any File

AI Finder allows you to search for the files you need using natural language. You simply describe the file you are looking for, and AI Finder will find files that match your requirements.

For example,

when you say "find all PDF files," AI Finder will locate all PDF files for you.

If you say "find all duplicate files," AI Finder will find all files that have duplicate names or content.

The goal of AI Finder is to help you with tedious tasks, save your time, and improve work efficiency.
AI Finder - Find Any File