We've all been there.
You download a PDF for work, a ZIP file for a project, a few screenshots, random installers, and before you know it, your Downloads folder has turned into a place where files go to disappear.
I kept telling myself I'd organize it later.
I never did.
So instead of cleaning my folders manually every week, I decided to build Fix My Folder.
What is Fix My Folder?
Fix My Folder is a local Python desktop application that helps organize folders without making changes behind your back.
It scans a folder, categorizes files, builds a clear action plan, and lets you review everything before anything is moved, cleaned, extracted, or organized.
The goal was simple:
Make organizing files take seconds instead of minutes.
Why I Built It
This project started because I wanted to solve my own problem.
As someone who downloads documents, images, ZIP files, installers, and project assets almost every day, my Downloads folder became increasingly difficult to manage. Finding a file often took longer than it should.
I wanted something that could:
- Scan a folder quickly
- Categorize different file types
- Help organize everything automatically
- Still keep me in control before applying any changes
That became Fix My Folder.
What I Learned
This project reminded me that not every application needs to solve a global problem.
Sometimes the best projects come from everyday frustrations.
Building software for problems you personally experience makes it much easier to understand what users actually need because you're the first user.
What's Next?
I have a few ideas I'd like to explore:
- More customization for organizing rules
- Better cleanup suggestions
- Improved user experience
- Additional quality-of-life features
I'm planning to keep improving it over time.
If you've ever had a chaotic Downloads folder, I'd love to know how you manage it.
If you have ideas, feature requests, or feedback, feel free to leave a comment. I'd love to hear what would make Fix My Folder even better.
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