Cataloging drives and folders
Portability is about the map, not a hidden duplicate of the territory.
A .everywherecatalog archive carries the searchable catalog records and source identity. It does not bundle the original documents, media, or applications. That keeps the archive small and avoids creating a second uncontrolled copy of sensitive files, while still letting you search and browse the inventory on another Mac.
Open Catalog… from Everywhere’s menu bar item and add the drive or folder that matters. Let the first catalogue finish, then search by filename and browse the recorded folder tree. When the source is disconnected, the catalogue remains available and results are labelled offline so you know why opening the file requires reconnecting the drive.
Keep the original drive unchanged, use a clear catalogue name, and rescan after a large round of changes. Catalogues are for the places you choose; they do not silently turn a whole-Mac search into a second scan.
It depends on the source’s file and folder count, not the byte size of all file contents.
Only if its filenames and paths are appropriate for that channel; catalog metadata can still be sensitive.
Everywhere keeps track of every file on your Mac — including the folders Spotlight hides and drives you have unplugged. Free for a day, then $19 once.
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