OneFile – file organiser

OneFile is a Python command-line utility that helps keep cluttered directories tidy by automatically placing files into structured subfolders.

It’s designed for routine housekeeping tasks such as cleaning a Downloads folder, and it can work with configurable organisation rules so users can tailor how files are sorted. The project can be run for a one-off cleanup or used in a background watch mode to keep folders organised as new files appear.

This is free and open source software.

Key Features

• Sorts files into organised category folders such as documents, images, videos, audio, archives, code, and executables.
• Offers a dry-run mode so you can preview planned file moves before making any changes.
• Identifies duplicate files using content hashing.
• Uses MIME type detection as well as filename extensions to classify files.
• Supports filtering by file size, file age, and chosen extensions.
• Provides logging, JSON output, and report generation for auditing larger operations.

Website: github.com/Aditya-Ranjan1234/onefile-organizer
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Developer: Aditya Ranjan
License: MIT License

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