Downloads Folder Organizer

The Downloads Folder Organizer is a Python script that helps organize files in the downloads folder by moving them to their respective folders based on their file types. It provides a convenient way to keep your downloads folder tidy and well-organized.

Features

• Moves files from the downloads folder to their respective folders based on file types.
• Supports customizable folder destinations for different file types.
• Utilizes a DownloadChecker to prevent moving files that are still being downloaded.
• Can be scheduled to run automatically at regular intervals using Windows Task Scheduler.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Python 3.x
• pip package manager

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/pdiegel/DownloadsFolderOrganizer.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd DownloadsFolderOrganizer

3. Install the required dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

1. Configure the folder destinations for different file types in the constants.py file.

2. Set up the desired schedule for running the script using Windows Task Scheduler.

   • Create a new task and specify the path to the Python executable (python.exe) and the path to the main.py script.
   • Configure the desired schedule (e.g., every hour, every day).

3. Run the script manually to test the functionality:

   python main.py

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you have any suggestions, bug reports, or feature requests, please open an issue or submit a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Feel free to modify the content according to your specific project requirements.