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List view

When you want the exact number, use the list

Sort names, sizes, shares, kinds and dates in a precise table, then expand folders without leaving your place.

Diskfern List view interface

Short answer

List view presents the same scan as a sortable hierarchy. It is the practical companion to the visual maps when you need exact sizes, modified dates, or a largest-first comparison.

01

Compare exact sizes

Sort by size and use share bars to see the difference between similar-looking folders.

  • Sortable columns
  • Exact disk usage
  • Share bars
Compare exact sizes in Diskfern

02

Expand folders in place

Follow a hierarchy without replacing the whole view or forgetting where you began.

  • Expandable rows
  • Folder context
  • Modified dates
Expand folders in place in Diskfern

03

The same actions are still close

Select or right-click a row to inspect it, preview it, add it to the Collector, or ask Disk Advisor.

  • Quick Look
  • Show Info
  • Collector actions
The same actions are still close in Diskfern

Questions about List view

Can I sort by size?

Yes. List view is designed for exact size comparison.

Does it show folders and files?

Yes, with folders expandable in place.

Can I switch back to a map?

Yes. Your location and selection carry between views.

Does it update during scanning?

Yes. The list refreshes as scan results arrive.

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