Format Detector .NET

Format Detector .NET is a neat application that analyzes a file in order to identify its format. While one can use the context menu to figure out what type of file they deal with, there could be exceptions like unrecognized or unknown file types. If you don't want to rely on the operating system only when it comes to formatting identification, a solution like Format Detector .NET could come in handy. This tiny tool helps you determine a file type just after a swift scanning, and it will surely boost your chances of success.

Format Detector .NET is a portable tool. This means you can use it without installing it, witting additional data on disk, or limiting its coverage to one machine only. If you move the executable to a removable drive, you'll be able to run format detection tasks across multiple machines, and also help your peers in need if they have similar issues.

With a centered bullseye for a file docker and a scoreboard-type result display, Format Detector .NET looks more like a target practice companion than anything else. However, the interface style is not important here, but how things work. There are no toolbars or combo menus with options for file management, so all you have to do in order to scan a file is drag and drop it inside the bullseye.

The time it takes for your eyes to move from the center of the UI to the scoreboard display is equal to the time required for the app to analyze your file. No matter the size of your document, image, email, video, etc. the scanning time is close to instant.

Given these points, a program such as Format Detector .NET should be a part of anyone's personal USB drive. It takes a modest amount of space, and you never know when you stumble upon a file with an unknown file type.