Use HoudahSpot to locate hard-to-find files and keep frequently used files within reach.

Start with a simple search. Refine it by adding and combining criteria. Quickly sort through search results. Add columns. Apply filters. Preview files and text matches.

If you've ever had a hard time finding a file before, this is what you've been looking for.

HoudahSpot builds upon Spotlight, which comes preinstalled with OS X. It makes Spotlight both more powerful and easier to use.

- Find files by name, text, content kind, author, recipient, pixel count, etc.

- Combine criteria to quickly zero in on the files you are looking for

- Search several locations at once. Exclude others

- Customize columns in the search results list

- Preview files and text matches

- Set up templates for recurring searches