FileLister: Folder Inventory & File Catalog for Mac

FileLister: Folder Inventory

Turn any folder into a detailed, searchable catalog of every file - with 60+ metadata fields, AI content search, checksums, and one-click export to CSV, Excel, JSON, and more.

A fast, private, Mac-native inventory tool for photographers, archivists, developers, and anyone who needs to know exactly what is in a folder. Everything runs on-device - your files never leave your Mac.

macOS CSV, Excel, JSON & more AI content search On-device

Everything a File Catalog Needs

Scan a folder once and get a rich, searchable, exportable inventory of every file inside - metadata, thumbnails, hashes, and duplicates included.

Deep Folder Scanning

Point FileLister at any folder and it builds a complete catalog fast - 100,000 files in under a minute on Apple Silicon.

AI Search by Content

Find files by what is inside them, not just their name, using Apple's Vision and Natural Language frameworks.

Export Anywhere

One catalog, every format - CSV, Excel (with thumbnails), JSON, HTML, PDF, Markdown, and plain text.

60+ Metadata Fields

Capture EXIF, audio specs, video details, dates, sizes, and dozens more fields in a single pass.

Hashes & Verification

Compute and verify MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 checksums to confirm file integrity across copies.

Duplicate Detection

Spot duplicate files and compare folders to see exactly what changed between two locations.

Smart Collections

Save dynamic collections that refresh automatically every time you rescan a folder.

Drives, Network & iCloud

Catalog external drives, network volumes, and iCloud Drive - not just your local disk.

Shortcuts Automation

Full Shortcuts.app integration lets you automate scans and exports as part of any workflow.

Built for Real Workflows

From auditing a photo archive to documenting a delivery, FileLister makes "what is in this folder?" a one-click answer.

Photographers & Creators

Inventory shoots with EXIF, thumbnails, and duplicates - export a clean delivery manifest in seconds.

Archivists & Admins

Catalog drives and network shares, verify checksums, and keep a durable record of what lives where.

Developers & Power Users

Export JSON, hash files, and automate the whole thing with Shortcuts and repeatable Smart Collections.

Perfect For

Photographers cataloging shoots and producing clean delivery manifests with thumbnails.
Archivists and admins auditing drives, network shares, and long-term storage.
Developers who need JSON exports, checksums, and Shortcuts-driven automation.
Anyone verifying that two folders or backups actually contain the same files.
Power users who want a durable, searchable record of what is on every disk.

What Makes It Different

AI content search: find files by what is inside them, not just the filename.
Export anywhere: CSV, Excel with thumbnails, JSON, HTML, PDF, Markdown, and text.
60+ metadata fields: EXIF, audio, video, dates, and hashes in one pass.
Fast & native: 100,000 files in under a minute on Apple Silicon.
100% on-device: nothing is uploaded, nothing is tracked.

Frequently asked questions

What does it produce?

A searchable catalogue of a folder or drive with 60+ metadata fields, exportable to CSV, Excel, JSON and other formats - so the contents stay findable after the drive is unplugged.

Can it verify that files have not changed or been corrupted?

Yes - it computes hashes for verification, which is also what its duplicate detection is built on.

Does it work on network shares and iCloud?

Yes, along with local and external drives. It also supports Shortcuts automation for repeat runs.

Which platform does it run on?

macOS. See what a file catalogue is for the concept.

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