: Unlike Spotlight, FAF searches the file system directly using fast drivers. This is ideal for external drives or network volumes that aren't indexed.
: Enhanced support for apps like Default Folder X and BBEdit . Why Users Prefer FAF Over Spotlight Find Any File (FAF) 2.4 b5
: By holding the Option key and selecting "Find All," you can run a search with administrator privileges to find hidden system files or items in other users' folders. : Unlike Spotlight, FAF searches the file system
: FAF easily navigates Library and System folders that are usually excluded from standard macOS searches. Availability and Pricing : Unlike Spotlight
: This version added support for powerful, complex searches using Lua or Javascript.