PortableApps.com AppCompactor

What is PortableApps.com AppCompactor?

AppCompactor is a versatile tool that enables users to efficiently compress applications, resulting in reduced disk space and enhanced performance, particularly when running applications from slower storage media such as flash drives. Designed as a portable solution, AppCompactor can be utilized anywhere, making it a valuable asset for both developers and advanced users.

Highlights

• Utilizes the proven UPX binary compressor and 7-Zip compression for archives
• Offers multiple compression levels to optimize file size
• Automatically tests compressed files to ensure integrity
• Skips files smaller than 4KB, as they offer no significant space savings
• Allows for customizable inclusion/exclusion lists using the PortableApps.com format
• Compresses a wide range of file types, including DLLs, EXEs, ZIPs, JARs, IRCs, and PYDs
• Automatically excludes Visual C++ runtimes and Qt image handlers
• Can achieve storage space savings of up to 50 or more for many applications
• Enables faster application starts when running from flash drives