Find Any File. Instantly.

Search 1,000,000+ files in milliseconds. A blazing-fast replacement for Spotlight, built for power users.

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Lightning search, precise filters, everything under control.

AnySearch is built from the ground up for speed, precision, and privacy.

Find files in 0.003 seconds across 1,000,000+ files. Results appear as you type, powered by SQLite FTS5 full-text indexing.

Filter by file extension, size, modification date, and directory scope. Over 40 built-in extension presets.

Power-user queries like ext:pdf, size:>100mb, modified:today, and NOT keyword. Combine them freely.

FSEvents monitoring keeps your index current. File changes are reflected within 0.5 seconds automatically.

Press ⌥Space to summon AnySearch from anywhere. ⌥⇧Space opens the compact quick search panel.

100% local. Zero data collection. No network requests. Your files never leave your device.

See your 20 most recently modified files the moment you open AnySearch. No more staring at an empty screen.

Select a file and press Space to preview it instantly, just like Finder. Navigate with arrow keys while previewing.

Dimension	AnySearch	Spotlight	Finder
Search Speed	Milliseconds	Seconds	Slower
Result Relevance	Pure file results	Mixed with apps/web	Mixed with system files
Advanced Filters	Syntax + visual	Basic text only	Hidden options
Real-Time Updates	Automatic	Manual reindex	Slow
Privacy	100% local	Sends queries to Apple	Local
QuickLook Preview	Built-in spacebar	Not available	Built-in spacebar

Download AnySearch and experience instant file search on your Mac.