Settings

General

• Launch at login: Start AnySearch automatically when you log in
• Global hotkey: Customize the keyboard shortcut to summon AnySearch
• Quick Search hotkey: Customize the Quick Search panel shortcut
• Show recent files: Show recently opened and recently modified files when the search box is empty
• Remember search history: Show recent searches as chips when the search box is empty. Clear History also resets the open history that boosts files you've opened through AnySearch. History stays on your Mac.

Indexing

• Indexed directories: Choose which folders AnySearch scans
• Excluded directories: Folders to skip during indexing (defaults: .Trash, .git, node_modules, Library/Caches, and other system directories)
• Rebuild index: Force a complete re-scan of all indexed directories

AnySearch uses progressive indexing — priority directories (Desktop, Documents, Downloads) are indexed first. The index updates automatically via file system monitoring.

AI Search

• Initial download: Complete the first download, then use AI Search offline
• Folders to search: Add or remove folders AI Search can read and check their preparation progress
• Skipped content: Exclude subfolders or file types you do not want to search
• Code search: Add code folders separately when needed, keeping code apart from everyday files

AI Search requires Apple silicon and reads only the folders you choose. Your file contents and searches stay on your Mac. See Local AI Search.

Appearance

• Result display: Configure how search results are shown
• Sort order: Default sort field (name, path, size, or date) and direction

Subscription

Manage your AnySearch Pro subscription. View your current plan, expiration date, and restore purchases from the Mac App Store.