Why is scanning slow?

Factors Affecting Scan Speed

• Storage device capacity (larger = longer)
• Read/write speed (USB 2.0 is slower than 3.0)
• Scan type (deep scan is slower than quick scan)
• Computer performance (CPU and RAM)

Ways to Improve Scan Speed

1. Try quick scan first: Quick scan often finds files
2. Narrow scan range: Select specific partition instead of entire disk
3. Use filters: Scan only specific file types
4. Close other programs: Free up system resources
5. Use USB 3.0: 10x faster than USB 2.0

Normal Scan Time Reference

• 64GB SD card quick scan: ~1-3 minutes
• 500GB hard drive deep scan: ~30-60 minutes
• 1TB hard drive deep scan: ~1-2 hours