FSMonitor

FSMonitor is a cool tool that lets you keep an eye on how your system is behaving. It shows you all the files that have been created or changed while you're recording system events. Pretty neat, right?

Explore Your System's Changes

With FSMonitor, you can check out information in various modes and apply different filters to the recorded data. It even helps you track files within Finder or Terminal, making it super user-friendly.

Easy Event Recording

To kick things off with FSMonitor, you just need to start recording system events. The app will automatically spot all the files that have been changed and create a tree view for you. This makes it easy to see exactly where everything is located.

Real-Time Updates

The best part? FSMonitor updates everything in real time! But here's a tip: if you're looking to analyze a particular file, pause the recording process first. The tree view can get pretty busy fast!

Dive Into Details with the Inspector Panel

You can access an Inspector panel that gives you loads of info about each item. Here, you'll find details like when the file was created or modified, plus other event specifics like category and flags.

Choose Your View

Besides the default tree view, FSMonitor lets you check out captured info in table, browser, or text views. These options might be better for spotting specific files quickly.

Smart Search Tools

The search feature in FSMonitor is fantastic! You can set up complex filtering rules based on event categories—like create, delete, move, modify content—or even look for specific keywords in file paths.

Troubleshooting Made Easy

This app can be a lifesaver when troubleshooting your system. You’ll see exactly which files are affected and how they’re changing.

Share Your Findings

Plus, FSMonitor lets you view files in Finder or open them up in Terminal. You can even export your findings to share with others! Want to give it a try? Check it out here!