Everything vs Launchy

Everything

Description: Everything is a file search utility for Windows that can quickly locate files and folders by name. It indexes the entire hard drive in the background providing instant results when searching.

Type: software

Launchy

Description: Launchy is a free open source utility for Windows that allows you to quickly launch applications and files. It provides a fast searchable interface to access anything on your computer with just a few keystrokes.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Everything Features

• Fast file and folder search
• Indexes entire hard drive
• Search by file name
• Filter search by date modified
• See results as you type
• Quick access to recent searches
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Portable version available

Launchy Features

• Quick launch applications by typing a few characters
• Search local drives and network shares
• Plugin architecture allows extensibility
• Lightweight and fast
• Keyboard driven interface
• Customizable hotkeys and skins
• Indexing for fast searches
• Supports wildcards and regular expressions in searches

Everything

• Not listed

Launchy

• Open Source