Begin with byte-identical video duplicates and handle similar videos as a separate review. Preserving subtitle tracks and metadata is more important than raw free-space estimates.
What to know before you begin
Begin with byte-identical video duplicates and handle similar videos as a separate review. Preserving subtitle tracks and metadata is more important than raw free-space estimates. 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: How can I review duplicate videos across drives?
- List all video folders and excluded archive directories.
- Run an exact-duplicate scan across selected local folders.
- Review the largest groups and confirm complete playback.
- Use similar-video detection for re-encodes only when dependencies are available.
Important limitation
How to verify the result
Verify the retained master includes required audio and subtitles. 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
How can I review duplicate videos across drives?
Begin with byte-identical video duplicates and handle similar videos as a separate review. Preserving subtitle tracks and metadata is more important than raw free-space estimates.
What is the biggest risk for this task?
A shorter clip may be a deliberate cut, not a duplicate that should be removed.
How do I check whether it worked?
Verify the retained master includes required audio and subtitles.
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- Czkawka Similar Videos: Scan and Review
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.
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