Attribute Changer 11.40

Attribute Changer 是一款以 Windows 檔案總管右鍵選單為核心的檔案屬性修改工具，安裝後不必開啟獨立視窗，直接在檔案、資料夾甚至磁碟機上按右鍵就能呼叫。它除了能調整唯讀、隱藏、保存、系統等標準屬性，也支援變更時間戳記與壓縮設定，對需要批次整理檔案或保護文件內容的人來說相當實用。這套軟體長期持續維護，近一年仍有更新，在同類工具中不算特別熱門，但評價普遍不錯，屬於穩定可靠的小眾選擇。

如果你經常需要大量調整檔案屬性、統一修改建立或修改時間，或是想替備份檔案強制產生新版本，這套工具能省下不少重複操作的時間。與 Glary Utilities 這類綜合型系統工具相比，Attribute Changer 功能更單一、專注，但相對地沒有多餘的系統清理或優化功能。它僅提供英文介面，且需安裝後才能使用右鍵整合，沒有免安裝版本；免費授權對一般使用者來說沒有負擔，但若你習慣中文介面或偏好攜帶式軟體，可能需要先適應一下。

Attribute Changer is a powerful Windows Explorer Extension. It's available at your fingertips whenever you right-click on files, folders, and even drives in Windows Explorer.

The tool is loaded with exciting features and helps you manage your day-to-day tasks in Microsoft Windows.

Want to make your files read-only to protect them against modifications or need to force a new backup version of a particular file without modifying the contents?

The possibilities are endless. Attribute Changer can modify the standard attributes like ReadOnly, Hidden, Archive, System, Compress, and Index on files and folders.

Name and extension case of files and folders can be easily converted from uppercase to lowercase and vice versa, an interesting feature if you store your data on case-sensitive filesystems (such as Linux-based NAS systems).

Attribute Changer can modify photo information (EXIF) by manually entering date and time values, or you can choose to synchronize info with time stamps and file date. More advanced options such as modifying detailed parts of date and time stamps are available if needed.

File and folder filters instruct AttributeChanger to exclude or include objects based on multiple criteria, such as attributes, date, time, size, and file or folder name wildcards.

Ranges can be defined for most of them. Multiple criteria can be grouped together to create a set of conditions to be applied to files and folders.

All 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 are supported. It integrates with many popular third-party file managers.

Features and Highlights

• Shell Extension (Right-click on files and folders in Windows Explorer)
• Manage ReadOnly, Hidden, Archive, System, Compress and Index attributes
• Manage Created, Modified and Accessed date and time stamps
• Manage photo (EXIF) date and time stamps
• Apply absolute and offset values to date and time
• Apply random date and time stamps
• Synchronize date and time stamps
• Change case of file and folder names and extensions
• Apply filters on selection to restrict processing
• Real-time and detailed reporting
• Simulation mode
• Extensive, localized user guide in PDF format
• Attribute Changer is free, even for commercial use

How to Use

• Install the software using the setup wizard
• Right-click on a file or folder in Windows Explorer
• Select “Change Attributes” from the context menu
• Adjust file and folder attributes as needed
• Modify timestamps or file properties if required
• Click “OK” to apply the selected changes

What’s New

• Application Modernization: Rebuilt the application's architecture and modernized the codebase for improved maintainability and future development
• ARM64 Support: Rewrote the shell extension in C++ to provide full native ARM64 compatibility
• Export Enhancements: Added flexible export options, including custom temporary export locations, clickable report paths, and optional export confirmation messages
• File Renaming Improvements: Expanded rename capabilities with full-name support for **All** processing mode and improved shortcut (LNK) handling
• Reporting Improvements: Enhanced reports with chronological date sorting and processing time summaries for better analysis
• NTFS Timestamp Accuracy: Preserved high-precision NTFS timestamp data during file operations for greater metadata accuracy
• Platform Update: Discontinued support for 32-bit systems to focus on modern platforms and performance
• Stability & Reliability: Fixed crashes when processing deeply nested folder structures and introduced additional code hardening for improved reliability

FAQs

What is Attribute Changer and what is it used for?
Attribute Changer is a free Windows utility that integrates directly into File Explorer, allowing users to modify file and folder attributes such as Read-only, Hidden, Archive, and System. It also supports changing timestamps (created, modified, and accessed dates), editing EXIF date information for photos, batch processing, advanced filtering, and detailed reporting.

Can Attribute Changer modify multiple files at once?
Yes. Attribute Changer supports batch processing, allowing users to update attributes and timestamps for entire folders or large groups of files in a single operation. It also includes powerful filters based on file name, size, date, time, and attributes, plus a simulation mode that previews changes before they're applied.

Is Attribute Changer still actively developed in 2026?
Yes. Attribute Changer continues to receive updates, with the latest releases focusing on Windows compatibility, bug fixes, and stability improvements. Recent versions also include refinements to reporting, Explorer integration, and timestamp editing, making it one of the few actively maintained utilities of its kind.

Is Attribute Changer worth using in 2026?
Yes. Attribute Changer remains one of the best free tools for editing file attributes and timestamps on Windows. Its Explorer integration, advanced filtering options, EXIF timestamp editing, batch processing, and continued maintenance make it a popular choice for photographers, archivists, developers, and power users who need precise control over file metadata.

System Requirements

• OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11
• CPU: 1 GHz or faster processor
• RAM: 1 GB or more
• Disk Space: At least 10 MB of free space
• Permissions: Administrator rights for installation

PROS

• Batch change file and folder attributes
• Supports advanced filters and conditions
• Integrates with Windows Explorer
• Lightweight and fast performance
• Allows timestamp modifications

CONS

• May confuse non-technical users
• Limited user interface customization
• Lacks detailed built-in help guide
• Requires admin rights for full use

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