Thumbs Remover

Thumbs Remover

3.8

on 49 votes
License: Freeware
Total downloads:15
Operating system:Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11
Latest version:1.7.0.300
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Description

Thumbs Remover is a user-friendly software developed by Xtreme-LAb designed for cleaning up thumbs.db preview files stored on your PC. The latest version, 1.7.0.300, offers a streamlined experience for users who want to ensure their systems are free from these hidden files.

Thumbs.db files are hidden archives that store preview images about the content of folders and are created by all the latest Microsoft operating systems. They aim to improve the opening performance of folders but can quickly clutter your system as they are not automatically removed. Thumbs Remover searches for thumbs.db files across your entire hard disk drives, whether internal or external, pen drives, or in individual folders and their subfolders. Once the search is complete, the user can browse the results and decide whether to delete each file.

For advanced users, Thumbs Remover provides the capability to enable or disable the thumbs.db creation process in Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1. It supports integration within the context menu of Windows/File Explorer, allowing you to execute its functions with a right-click on a folder or drive. If you care to keep your system clean from these hidden files, Thumbs Remover is the software for you.

The program's file names include thumbsrem.exe, thumbsrem15.exe, and tr.exe, making it recognizable and accessible. It falls under the System Utilities category and specifically the System Optimization subcategory, highlighting its role in maintaining and improving your system’s performance.

Thumbs Remover is available for a range of Windows OS, including XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11. Additionally, the software has seen other versions such as 1.7, 1.6, and 1.5, indicating ongoing support and updates by the developer.

Pros:

  • Easy to use interface
  • Comprehensive search capabilities across multiple storage types
  • Option to enable/disable thumbs.db creation
  • Integration with the Windows/File Explorer context menu
  • Supports a wide range of Windows operating systems

Cons:

  • Only targets thumbs.db files, limited to that scope
  • Interface may be too simplistic for advanced users seeking more features

For those looking to optimize their system and clean up unnecessary files, Thumbs Remover is an excellent choice. Users can download the free tool, ensuring their personal computers are not burdened by these hidden archives.

You may want to check out more software, such as Thumb Studio, Image Video Watermark Remover or Autorun Virus Remover, which might be similar to Thumbs Remover.

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