File version info editor

File version info editor is a lightweight and portable software application which, as the name suggests, helps you modify the version information of a file. The file's type does not matter and, apart from the file version, you can modify other properties as well.

Portability benefits

Since there is no installation involved, you can drop the executable file in any part of the hard disk and just click it to run.
There is also the possibility to save File version info editor to a USB flash disk or similar storage unit, in order to run it on any PC effortlessly, without additionally installing anything.
An important aspect worth taking into account is that the Windows registry and Start menu do not get updated with new entries, so there are no tracks left behind after the tool's removal.

Straightforward interface and options

The main application window has a neatly organized structure that provides direct access to all available options. A file can be added to the frame using the file browser or drag-and-drop method.
So, you can change the file version, company name, comment, file description, product version and name, legal copyright and trademarks, internet and original file name, along with the special and private build.
It is possible to back up the original file before editing it, as well as to create a new version resource. Changes are applicable with the click of a button. The settings may be saved to initialization files (INI format) and used again at a later time.

Evaluation and conclusion

We have not encountered any issues throughout our tests, since the tool did not hang, crash or pop up error dialogs. It applies modifications rapidly while remaining light on system resources. Thanks to its intuitive layout and overall simplicity, the tool can be handled by all user levels.