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DESCRIPTION
HoudahSpot is the front-end most Spotlight users don't know they're missing.
With HoudahSpot your files are at your fingertips. Keep frequently used files within reach. Retrieve the files you didn't know you still had.
Create detailed queries to pinpoint the exact file you want to get to. Save queries for direct access to your favorite files. Set up templates for frequently performed searches. Use HoudahSpot for some housekeeping (Hi, Mom!). You could ask HoudahSpot to find all music files not yet in your Music folder. Just drag the results to your Music folder.
WHAT'S NEW
Version 2.5.9:
- Bug fix: Ignored criteria on Leopard
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.5 or later, Spotlight enabled.
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| HoudahSpot User Reviews (23 posts) | Write A Review |
 | Nov 6 2009 |
RUBAIYAT How does this rate against Datalore. Datalore seems to have a simpler frontend. Does this indicate it has less functionality or just a cleaner look?
(Version 2.5.9) | |
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| Sep 1 2009 |
Despite the listed requirements, the new version will only work with Snow Leopard.
(Version 2.5.7) | |
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| Sep 1 2009 |
MAUDLIN The new version works fine for me on 10.5.8
(Version 2.5.7) | |
| Sep 1 2009 |
ANON BUD Im glad it worked for you. I am running 10.5.7 (didnt want to upgrade to 10.5.8, and am waiting for my new Snow Leopard disk). Houdah Spot installs, but with the ubiquitous do not enter sign super imposed on it. When I clicked on this newer version, the dialogue says that this version is incompatible with my OSor something to that effect. Im just saying that the requirements listed indicate it works with Leopard. It is misleading.
(Version 2.5.7) | |
| Sep 2 2009 |
MAUDLIN Apparently, this has now been fixed. An updated version of the new release is now compatible with 10.5.7. http://houdah.websitetoolbox.com/post?id=3647043
(Version 2.5.7) | |
| Sep 2 2009 |
Glad Im not going crazy or something like that! As per the developers admission, he did not expect anyone to be running an older version of Leopard! The new update works just fine now.
(Version 2.5.7) | |
| Jul 9 2009 |
LOUNGE DELUXE This looks like a very useful app, but unfortunately for me Spotlight is required. I'm using a SSD and have Spotlight disabled, so I can't use HoudahSpot. I'm currently using EasyFind but I'd prefer HoudahSpot for the looks and powerful features of it.
(Version 2.5.6) | |
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 | Feb 5 2009 |
ESPIRIDION I've used and recommended HoudahSpot for a long time. I seldom used Spotlight, and tried a couple of programs that provided a better UI for Spotlight. My search ended as soon as I tried HoudahSpot. Although I still use other search applications, whenever I need to do a Spotlight search I launch HoudahSpot. It makes my searches more efficient. I get more relevant results and spend less time looking for information. Great application and great support.
(Version 2.4.1) | |
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| Jan 5 2009 |
DRDUL HoudahSpot makes Spotlight usable. I rarely ever use Spotlight the Apple way, as it's far easier and faster to find files with HoudahSpot. A few minutes to set up some pre-defined templates, add them to a stack in the dock, and you're all set! the developer has also been excellent in responding to questions, bugs and feature requests. This app is what Spotlight should have been.
(Version 2.3.3) | |
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| Jan 4 2009 |
MACMARIA Awhile back I commented on this app, saying that was not working properly for me and posing some questions that the dev had the gentleness of answering. I must say that my initial concerns where unfounded. I've been using HoudahSpot for many months now and I'm very satisfied with the app: it's fast, reliable and complies to its promises. Also, the support is very, very good... with a very capable forum where questions are replied in short time. Therefore, I'm giving this app the best evaluation possible. Simply because it deserves it.
(Version 2.3.2) | |
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| Dec 17 2008 |
MACSYLVAIN very easy to use. find anywordin my computer (mail etc). very helpful.
(Version 2.3) | |
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| Nov 4 2008 |
STEVE HODGSON A fantastic application - Spotlight on steroids! I cannot praise this application enough. It's a great combination of features (quick look, PathFinder support), speed and usability. The developer is very responsive.
(Version 2.3) | |
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| Oct 5 2008 |
EMB I didn't upgrade from version 1.x to version 2.x because I didn't have Leopard. Now that I have finally moved to Leopard I decided to check out the upgrade price. To my amazement the price is 0!! On Houdah Software's site they say: "We have decided to be even more generous that stated in the above policy. All registered HoudahSpot 1.x licenses remain valid for HoudahSpot 2.0" That is a great deal for all of us 1.x buyers. Much appreciated Houdah. Oh, and of course HoudahSpot is great.
(Version 2.2.2) | |
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| Jul 23 2008 |
JTEAM Absolutely thrilled with HoudahSpot. I usually want to search my entire drive and having to, every time, include System Files in Spotlight was a real hassle. To be honest, Apple should just buy HoudahSpot and incorporate it's capabilities into Spotlight. Until then, though, this is one of my favorite utilities. PS The developer has been *insanely* responsive!
(Version 2.2) | |
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