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HoudahSpot 6

Powerful File Search for Mac

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HoudahSpot is free to try. In demo mode, it shows a message and adds a delay when you open a file from search results. Registered users can unlock HoudahSpot using their license file or activation code.

Compatibility Notice

It appears that you are running an older version of Mac OS X.

Unless you are running macOS 10.13 or later, please download HoudahSpot 4.4.

System Requirements

HoudahSpot 6.5 requires macOS 10.14 Mojave or newer with Spotlight indexing enabled. It is fully compatible with macOS 14 Sonoma.
HoudahSpot is optimized for both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. Apple Mail search is not available on macOS Sonoma.

HoudahSpot Highlights

  • Create precise searches. Combine criteria using boolean operators
  • Search several folders at once. Exclude others
  • Refine searches. Narrow in on the files you need
  • Text Preview: Focus on paragraphs that match your search
  • View results as list, icons or previews. Customize columns
  • Save your setup as default for new windows
  • Use templates for recurring searches
  • Stash criteria as named snippets. Drag these into new searches

Tips & Tricks

Check the Houdah Blog for tips & tricks that help you make the most of your Houdah Software products.

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