Folder Size

Ever get tired of switching to a separate program just to check how much space a folder is taking up? Folder Size for Windows solves that problem by adding a new column right inside Windows Explorer’s Details view. This column shows not just the size of individual files, but the full size of entire folders making it super easy to see what’s eating up your storage at a glance.

One of the coolest things about Folder Size is that it works in the background. It remembers which folders you’ve looked at and scans them quietly so you always have up to date info. And you don’t have to wait for a scan to finish before you start browsing sizes pop up instantly, even for larger folders, which continue scanning while you navigate.

It’s not just for cleaning up your drive, either. Whether you’re picking a folder to save a new project or trying to quickly locate a specific directory, the size column acts as a handy visual guide. Plus, it works everywhere even in Open and Save dialog boxes so you’re covered no matter where you are in Windows.

Folder Size is also smart about system resources. It won’t slow down your computer by hogging your disk. If it notices other apps reading or writing heavily, it politely pauses scanning until things calm down. And the best part? The column updates in real time no more hitting “refresh” or rescanning manually. It just works.