Introducing Free Folder Monitor

If you're curious about the type of file operations that are automatically performed by the operating system or applications, you can resort to a directory watcher. This type of forensics software is able to monitor a specified location and create a log with the modifications. For example, you can find out what files were created, modified, deleted, or renamed.

Key Features:

• Easy-to-use tool for monitoring directories


• View activity of the computer regarding file and folder changes


• Focus on any drive or directory indicated by the user


• Color-coded entries for easy differentiation


• Real-time monitoring option

The installation process may seem a bit tricky initially. As Free Folder Monitor is ad-supported, it offers to download and install other tools that are unnecessary for its functionality. Some anti-malware programs may flag it as infected for this reason. However, users can decline these offers for a clean setup and to keep their PC free of adware.

Specifications:

• Timestamp for each event


• Action types (add, modify, remove)


• File name, type, full path, size, and attributes


• Ability to exclude subfolders from monitoring


• Option to prevent logging on specific actions

Free Folder Monitor presents a user-friendly interface upon installation, with the C: drive being monitored by default. Users can easily view all changes in the main window and the log updates in real-time. The entries are color-coded for easy identification of different actions.

Get Notified

Users can deactivate the real-time monitor, set a different drive or folder for monitoring, clear the log, and view properties of selected entries from the easy-to-access menu options. The "Filter" menu allows users to configure notifications and logging preferences.

Conclusion

Free Folder Monitor offers a simple interface and approachable features for users looking to monitor directories for changes. While it lacks advanced options like setting trigger actions on events, it serves its purpose effectively for basic monitoring needs.