Change Log for the latest
XYplorer BETA version (64-bit):
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v28.00.1209 - 2025-12-07 18:00
%%% Sorting Speed: Various discoveries in string comparison technology have resulted in
dramatic improvements in sorting speed. Sorting occurs constantly all over the
place, but it is particularly important in the file list and the tags database.
In the file list, the gains depend on the selected sort method:
Binary: 30% faster eg 2.5 ms instead of 3.3 ms
Textual: 140% faster (!) eg 2.7 ms instead of 6.5 ms
Natural: 25% faster eg 5.3 ms instead of 6.7 ms
You usually won't notice this because sorting a list of a few thousand files only
takes a few milliseconds. There are also other factors, such as "Sort by base",
"Keep folders apart" and secondary sorting, which require additional work and time.
However, the larger the list, the more noticeable the increased snappiness will be.

To easily
upgrade to this BETA version of XYplorer (64-bit), hold down the
CTRL key and click
Help | Online Support | Check for Updates. If you prefer to
download the BETA version, choose one of these packages:
(1)
Installer Package, (2)
No-Install Package (for manual unpacking).
Note that BETA versions are work in progress and may contain new bugs. You have been warned. It's a good idea to backup your complete XYplorer settings (File | Settings Special | Backup Application Data Folder...) before running a new BETA. This will also help to fix any new bugs.