FMS File Catalog

FMS File Catalog is a software tool which provides a simple means of collecting data from CDs, DVDs and the HDD, catalog it and save it to a file.

The installation process is a piece of cake, as it does not last too long, and it does not offer to add third-party products. Once you complete it, you come face to face with a plain and well-structured GUI, as it encompasses a few buttons, a menu bar and a few panes which let you view different levels of information.

Moreover, extensive Help contents are provided online and thus, both beginners and highly experienced people can learn how to find their way around it, without encountering any issues.

It is possible to select any directory from the computer or disk, and this program is going to display its contents in the main window, in just a matter of seconds. You should know that you can also filter the files you add to the catalog, thus enabling you to sort items in a more efficient manner.

The total size, created time and name of all catalogs created are displayed in a panel, while in another you can view further details such as full path, size percentage, filter used and format of items included, while the latter pane lets you browse through the contents of the directory.

A search function is incorporated, and it is possible to export a specified catalog using an HTML, XML, XLS, CSV or TXT file extension. There are no other notable options.

To sum up, FMS File Catalog is a pretty handy piece of software, for people interested in cataloging the contents of their hard drive, CD or DVD collection. The system’s performance is not affected, the response time is good and the export capabilities are adequate.