Here’s a Markdown blog post for your File Organizer Tool that sorts files based on type, size, date, and time for Linux & Windows.
Minimal File Organizer for Linux & Windows
Introduction
Managing files can get messy, especially when dealing with a large number of documents, images, videos, or code files scattered across different directories. A file organizer helps sort and structure these files based on file type, size, and date, making it easier to manage and locate them.
This blog introduces a minimalist file organizer tool that efficiently categorizes files inside a given directory without consuming significant resources.
Why Use a File Organizer?
- Declutters Your System: Organizes files into specific folders based on their characteristics.
- Saves Time: Quickly finds and sorts files instead of manual searching.
- Lightweight & Fast: Runs efficiently without complex dependencies.
- Cross-Platform: Works on Linux & Windows.
How It Works
- Set the Source Directory: Choose which directory (and its subdirectories) to organize.
- Categorize Files: Based on:
- File Type: Images, PDFs, Videos, Code files, etc.
- File Size: Small (<1MB), Medium (1MB-100MB), Large (>100MB).
- Date & Time: Sorts files by creation/modification time.
- Move Files to Organized Folders: The tool automatically arranges them into respective categories.
Customization Options
- Modify File Categories: Add or remove file types.
- Adjust File Size Limits: Change large file classification (e.g., >500MB).
- Change Date Sorting: Organize files based on last modified, created, or accessed dates.
Conclusion
This lightweight file organizer is perfect for automating file management with minimal effort. Whether you’re a student, developer, or working professional, keeping your files organized and accessible improves workflow efficiency.
Try it out and keep your system clutter-free! 🚀