# srwi/EverythingToolbar **Attribution required: if you use, quote, or summarise this content, you must credit and link back to [awesome-repositories.com](https://awesome-repositories.com/repository/srwi-everythingtoolbar).** 13,487 stars · 525 forks · C# · other ## Links - GitHub: https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar - awesome-repositories: https://awesome-repositories.com/repository/srwi-everythingtoolbar.md ## Topics `deskband` `everything` `everything-search` `search-interface` `taskbar` `taskbar-application` `toolbar` `windows` `windows-taskbar` `wpf` ## Description EverythingToolbar is a Windows productivity utility that integrates a file search interface directly into the system taskbar. It functions as a client for the Everything search engine, enabling rapid discovery of local files and folders through a dedicated, keyboard-driven launcher. The tool distinguishes itself by offering deep integration with the Windows shell, allowing users to trigger searches from any application using global hotkeys. Beyond simple file discovery, it supports automated workflows by mapping custom scripts and commands to specific file types or patterns, enabling tasks such as cleaning build artifacts or executing file-specific operations directly from the search results. The interface is designed for high-efficiency navigation, providing keyboard-based control over search history, result selection, and file management. Users can refine their queries using configurable search filters, regular expressions, and precision toggles, while the visual appearance automatically synchronizes with system-level light or dark mode settings. The application also supports external content previews, allowing users to inspect files without leaving the search interface. ## Tags ### Operating Systems & Systems Programming - [Taskbar Search Interfaces](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/operating-systems-systems-programming/desktop-environment-frameworks/desktop-environment-components/desktop-environments-ui/window-management-utilities/taskbar-customization-utilities/taskbar-search-interfaces.md) — Provides a taskbar-integrated search interface for instant file discovery and custom command execution. - [Taskbar Customization Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/operating-systems-systems-programming/desktop-environment-frameworks/desktop-environment-components/desktop-environments-ui/window-management-utilities/taskbar-customization-utilities.md) — Integrates a custom search interface directly into the Windows taskbar using shell extensions. ### Development Tools & Productivity - [File Search Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/file-search-utilities.md) — Integrates a high-performance file search utility directly into the Windows taskbar for instant access. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar#readme)) - [Keyboard Launchers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/keyboard-launchers.md) — Functions as a keyboard-driven launcher for managing files and automating system tasks via global shortcuts. - [Desktop Search Clients](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/search-indexing-tools/desktop-search-clients.md) — Acts as a dedicated client for the Everything search engine to deliver rapid local file results. - [Local File Indexers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/search-indexing-tools/local-file-indexers.md) — Embeds a local file search interface directly into the taskbar for instant access. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/FAQ.md)) - [File Indexing Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/file-indexing-utilities.md) — Queries the system index to enable rapid discovery and retrieval of local files and folders. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/README.md)) - [Keyboard-Driven Launchers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/keyboard-driven-launchers.md) — Enables high-speed system navigation and file management through configurable global keyboard shortcuts. - [Global Hotkey Managers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/global-hotkey-managers.md) — Registers system-wide keyboard listeners to trigger the search interface from any active application. - [Global Keyboard Shortcuts](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/global-keyboard-shortcuts.md) — Triggers the search interface instantly using a configurable global keyboard shortcut. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/README.md)) ### Data & Databases - [Search and Indexing](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/search-indexing-technologies/search-indexing.md) — Queries a high-performance system-wide file indexing service via inter-process communication for rapid search results. - [Search Configuration](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/search-indexing-technologies/search-indexing/search-and-indexing/search-configuration.md) — Refines search precision using toggles for case sensitivity, whole words, and regular expressions. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar#readme)) ### Business & Productivity Software - [File Workflow Automations](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/business-productivity-software/file-workflow-automations.md) — Automates file management tasks by mapping custom scripts and commands to specific file types or patterns. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/README.zh-CN.md)) ### User Interface & Experience - [Search Filters](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/search-filters.md) — Restricts search results using configurable filters and presets. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar#readme)) - [Keyboard Navigation](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/keyboard-navigation.md) — Provides keyboard-driven navigation for browsing search results and managing history. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar#readme)) - [Keyboard Shortcuts](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/keyboard-shortcuts.md) — Enables file operations like opening or copying paths using dedicated keyboard shortcuts. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/README.md)) - [System Appearance Syncers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/system-appearance-syncers.md) — Synchronizes the application's visual theme with system-wide light or dark mode settings. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/README.md)) - [Theme Synchronization Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/theme-synchronization-tools.md) — Automatically synchronizes the interface appearance with system-wide light or dark mode settings. ### Web Development - [External Previews](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/web-development/search-result-management/external-previews.md) — Allows users to inspect file contents directly within the search interface using external preview tools. ([source](https://github.com/srwi/EverythingToolbar/blob/develop/FAQ.md))