Build 1.0.0.7 Released

FolderSizes Release Notes
Version 1.0.0.7 (Released July 24th, 2003)

• Column sizes for all reports (largest files, oldest files, file classes, etc.) are now saved. If you resize them, they'll be the same size next time you bring up the reporting window.
  
• Report window lists now shade the background of the sorting column.
  
• The "generating report" window that displays when a report scan is run (see the view | reports menu) now displays a "tree" of the folders that it encounters during the scan.
  
• The "generating report" window is now resizable, and retains its position and size between instantiations.
  
• Greatly improved (e.g. shortened) post-scanning report generation timeframe by initializing shell icons on the fly (as the lists are scrolled).

Download the latest version:

foldersizes.exe (1.7 MB)

Build 1.0.0.6 Released

FolderSizes Release Notes

Version 1.0.0.6 (Released July 20th, 2003)

• Double-clicking on a report filename will now open it by default (in addition to the shell context menu that's already available).
  
• Shortcut to the FolderSizes help file is now added to the program group during installation.
  
• Further reduced the height of the report screen window to better accomodate 800x600 resolution.
  
• Resolved a defect that, when copying the main graph image to the clipboard, caused only the visible portion of the graph to be copied. Now, the entire image is copied, even if part of it is off screen. Thanks to Dave Collingwood for bringing this to my attention.

To download the latest version:

foldersizes.exe (1.7 MB)

Build 1.0.0.5 Released

FolderSizes Release Notes

Version 1.0.0.5 (Released July 15th, 2003)

• Resolved fairly obscure defect that could cause an abnormal termination upon app shutdown
  
• Resolved minor issue in which the file type data cache would not be expunged at the correct interval
  
• Modified the reporting dialog slightly to better accomodate lower resolutions
  
• Finished up a few remaining control tooltips
  
• Shell context menu file deletions from "largest" and "oldest" file reports now refresh list contents properly
  
• Minor tweaks to the report list column sorting logic

To download latest version:

foldersizes.exe (1.7 MB)

Build 1.0.0.4 Released

FolderSizes Release Notes

Version 1.0.0.4 (Released July 12th, 2003)

• Yet another fairly radical re-factoring of the FolderSizes reporting systems. Reports can now be run at any time and implement their own fine-tuned drive/folder scanning algorithm. The graphical interface for reports has also changed extensively - all reports are now contained within a single window, and you can switch between them at will. All reports are also generated at the same time, when any drive or folder is selected for report generation. Previous report paths are also "remembered" in a drop-down edit box, for quick access later.


• A new "oldest files" report has been introduced. This report (perhaps obviously) finds the oldest files within the folder or drive path provided by the user. The output is integrated with the new reporting window, described above.


• All button tool tips have been enhanced and re-written for maximum clarity.


• Extended the set of keyboard accelerators (shortcuts) available.


• The product documentation has been updated and extended to cover the most recent set of changes. The docs were also re-organized.

To download the latest version:

foldersizes.exe (1.7 MB)

Build 1.0.0.3 Released

FolderSizes Release Notes

Version 1.0.0.3 (Released July 5th, 2003)

• Changed a variety of internal program hyperlinks.
  
• Made extensive changes to compiler optimizations for increased overall speed.
  
• Implemented new folder enumeration cache. This system allows for the caching of previously scanned file system objects, making for a much quicker browsing experience when exploring cached folders and subfolders. Using the refresh button (toolbar button or menu item) will force an invalidation of the cache for the current folder node (and all of its children).
  
• Implemented several memory optimizations.
  
• Made numerous improvements to the folder enumeration engine.
  
• Resolved defect that was causing the text sorting in the "largest files" report list control to be case-sensitive.
  
• The way in which folder reports are generated has changed quite a bit. Previously, you needed to execute a folder scan prior to accessing a report. This is no longer true; reports are now generated separately from "general" folder scans. This helps to minimize the impact of the new caching mechanism, and also provides greater flexibility for the end user.


• Numerous other minor fixes and improvements.

To download the latest version:

foldersizes.exe (1.7 MB)