The video tool may be unavailable without FFmpeg/FFprobe or because the files are outside the scan scope. Compare against a known test pair.
What to know before you begin
The video tool may be unavailable without FFmpeg/FFprobe or because the files are outside the scan scope. Compare against a known test pair. The project offers several scanning modes and the current version may place controls differently in Krokiet versus the older GTK GUI. Follow the meaning of the option you see, not just a screenshot from a different release.
For Windows, verify that your chosen folder is accessible and that the correct graphical frontend is running. The recommended approach starts with a small test set, especially when an action could rename, move, delete or link files.
Step-by-step: Why are similar videos not appearing in results?
- Confirm the GUI exposes the similar-videos feature.
- Check runtime dependency detection and FFmpeg availability.
- Add a folder with two known supported clips.
- Review extension filters and error messages.
Important limitation
How to verify the result
Verify the sample clips appear after correcting the dependency. A scan's estimated savings or the presence of a matching group does not by itself establish which copy should be discarded.
If the procedure does not match your screen, inspect the project's own FAQ and troubleshooting notes and identify the exact release and frontend first.
FAQ
Why are similar videos not appearing in results?
The video tool may be unavailable without FFmpeg/FFprobe or because the files are outside the scan scope. Compare against a known test pair.
What is the biggest risk for this task?
A decoder failure should not be bypassed by destructive file actions.
How do I check whether it worked?
Verify the sample clips appear after correcting the dependency.
Related Windows guides
- Czkawka Not Finding Duplicates: 7 Checks
- Krokiet Opens a Blank Window on Windows
- Czkawka Won't Open on Windows: Fixes to Try
- Czkawka and Visual C++ Runtime Requirements
Editorial notes reviewed: November 1, 2026. Version-specific facts are based on the developer's release and FAQ. This guide is educational; it is not a guarantee about a third-party download.
Try Czkawka on Windows
Check the asset name and keep a backup before running a file cleanup operation.
See our download and safety instructions first.