Checking for Duplicate Files

Smart Pix Manager provides support for checking for duplicate files, it can monitor inserted files and compare them with existing files to ensure that the same file does not already exist (e.g. two images the same but with different filenames).

There are two ways this can be done:

• Automatically (when inserting new files)

If you have set the relevant setting under Options then Smart Pix Manager automatically creates a checksum for the file and check for any duplicates every time you add a file to your media library.  If a duplicate is found you are warned and can, optionally, delete the duplicate file.

Note:  This process will make file insertion much slower!

• Manually

You can also scan for duplicate files at any time by selecting Library > Check for Duplicate Files.  All files listed in your media library will be checked and you will be advised of any duplicates and offered to delete them.

Note:  This function is only available in the Registered version.

Controls:

• Menu: Library > Check for Duplicate Files

Also:

• Media Library functionality Overview