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Use this command to install GnuWin32: FindUtils:
winget install --id=GnuWin32.FindUtils -e

`find' is a program which searches a directory tree to find a file or group of files. It walks the directory tree and reports all occurences of a file matching the user's specifications.

FindUtils is a powerful set of command-line tools designed to search for files and directories on your system based on specific criteria. It provides an efficient way to locate and manage files within directory trees.

Key Features:

  • find: A versatile tool that recursively searches through directories to find files or directories matching specified conditions, such as name patterns, size ranges, or file types.
  • locate: Quickly locates files by scanning pre-built databases of filenames, making it ideal for fast searches across large filesystems.
  • xargs: Takes input from standard output and uses it to build command lines, enabling users to apply commands to multiple files efficiently. Often used in conjunction with find.
  • Cross-platform compatibility, providing similar functionality to the GNU implementation but optimized for Windows environments.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for system administrators, developers, and anyone needing precise file management capabilities. FindUtils streamlines workflows by enabling quick identification of specific files across complex directory structures, saving time and improving productivity.

Installable via winget on Windows, ensuring a seamless setup process.

Versions
4.2.20-2