How do I show all files at once when they r spread between many fo

[Johnny Rice]

I have about 3,500 files, spread between about 1,500 folders, and I want to
view all files at once in one big list. I was wondering is it possible to
extract all the files from the folders and put them in one big list. I have
windows xp.

 

[Bob]

If the files have something in common e.g. their name or extension, you can
search by that and cut and paste the files into a new folder.

This is a Vista forum not XP.
In the future, please post to the appropriate forum.

 

[R. C. White]

Hi, Johnny.

I have
windows xp.

Then you might have better luck in one of the many WinXP NGs, rather than
here in VISTA file management. ;^}

I don't know about VIEWING 3,500 files at once, but you probably can print a
list of them all - if you insist. Have a look at:
How to add the Print Directory feature for folders in Windows XP and in
Windows Vista
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=321379

RC
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R. C. White, CPA
San Marcos, TX
(e-mail address removed)
Microsoft Windows MVP
(Running Windows Live Mail 2008 in Vista Ultimate x64)

 

[Johnny Rice]

Sorry this is Vista. Forgot this new laptop had it, unlike my last one.

 

[Gary Mount]

You can use a search and use * or *.* as the search parameter, then all
files and folders will show up in the search window.

 

[Dave]

You can use a search and use * or *.* as the search parameter, then all
files and folders will show up in the search window.

Good idea but using wild card characters only shows files and folders, it
does not open sub-directories and list the files in one continuous list.

A quick Google search came up with this http://tinyurl.com/2sbdto I haven't
ever used the program but maybe someone reading here has and can comment on
it.

Hope this helps
Dave

 

[Gary Mount]

You can add a "Folder path" column in details view and sort by that column.
However it sorts and lists the folders first, then completes the list with
the files sorted by their folder path.

 

[Gary Mount]

Have you got "show sub folders" enabled?

Good idea but using wild card characters only shows files and folders, it
does not open sub-directories and list the files in one continuous list.

A quick Google search came up with this http://tinyurl.com/2sbdto I
haven't ever used the program but maybe someone reading here has and can
comment on it.

Hope this helps
Dave