BarrySoft DirLister (often referred to simply as DirLister) is a lightweight, classic Windows utility designed to scan your directories and export your exact folder structures and file lists into easily readable formats. It is heavily favored for its simplicity and quick processing speed.
To export your folder structure using DirLister, follow this quick, step-by-step workflow: 1. Select Your Target Directory Launch the DirLister application. Click on the Browse button next to the input path field.
Select the root folder or hard drive whose structure you want to export. 2. Configure the Output Format
DirLister allows you to choose how your exported file will look. In the Output Format section, choose your preferred style:
HTML: Best if you want a clean, visually structured table or interactive webpage layout.
TXT (Text File): Best for a raw, simple layout or for generating a classic visual “tree”.
CSV / XML: Ideal if you plan to import your folder data into spreadsheet tools like Microsoft Excel. 3. Isolate the Folder Structure (Optional)
If your primary goal is to export only the folder hierarchy without listing every individual file inside them: Look for the Filters or Options tab.
Uncheck Include Files (or check Directories Only / Do Not List Files depending on your specific version build).
Ensure Recurse Subdirectories (or “Include Subfolders”) remains checked so the app crawls deep into your nested folders. 4. Choose Your Fields and Metadata
You can customize the column headers to determine exactly what information gets exported alongside your folder names: Basic Layout: Path, Folder Name, and Extension.
Advanced Data: Folder/File size, Date Modified, and Total File Count. 5. Generate and Save the Export
Click the Output File or Save As button to choose the destination where your report will live. Click Go, Scan, or Generate.
The software will process the directory and instantly save the file. Alternative: The Native Windows Command Line
If you ever find yourself on a computer without DirLister installed, you can replicate a beautifully structured folder export natively using the Windows Command Prompt: Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
Navigate to your folder using the cd command (e.g., cd C:\MyFolder). Type the following command and press Enter: tree /a > folder_structure.txt Use code with caution.
(This instantly generates a clean, text-based visual map of your entire subfolder layout without listing files). If you want to customize your export further, let me know:
Do you need to include individual file details (like sizes and dates), or just the folder names?
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