Overview
The File Sorter is a Python-based desktop utility that automatically organizes files within a selected folder by type. It scans the directory, identifies files based on their extensions (such as images, documents, videos, archives, and audio files), and moves each into its appropriate subfolder, keeping your workspace clean and efficient.

For example, .jpg and .png files are sorted into an Images folder, .pdf and .docx files into Documents, and .zip archives into Archives. Anything unrecognized is placed safely into an Other folder, ensuring nothing gets lost.

Purpose & Usefulness

This tool was designed to simplify one of the most common organizational headaches: cluttered folders full of mixed file types. Whether you regularly download large batches of files, manage project assets, or want a quick way to tidy your desktop, the File Sorter saves time by automating manual file management.

It’s especially useful for:

• Students and professionals managing reports, spreadsheets, and presentations

• Creators and designers organizing images and video clips

• Developers who regularly download and extract project files

• Anyone who has a messy Downloads folder

How It Was Built

The project was built using Python and the following libraries:

• os and shutil — for file and directory operations

• tkinter — to provide a simple, interactive graphical interface

• PyInstaller — to package the tool into a standalone desktop application

The graphical interface lets users browse for a target folder, initiate sorting with one click, and receive live feedback as files are processed.

Once development was complete, the application was packaged with PyInstaller for easy distribution, making it usable on systems without Python installed.

Key Features

• Automatically categorizes files by type

• Creates new folders dynamically if they don’t already exist

• Handles duplicate filenames gracefully by renaming files when needed

• Cross-platform compatibility

• User-friendly interface built with flat-style colors for a modern look

License & Disclaimer

The File Sorter is released under the MIT License, allowing anyone to use, modify, or distribute the software.

Disclaimer: The developer is not responsible for lost or damaged files. Always back up important data before using automated tools.

What I Learned

This project provided hands-on experience with:

• Packaging Python applications for desktop use

• Managing file operations safely and efficiently

• Building GUIs with Tkinter

• Structuring and documenting software projects for real-world use