Use directory tool to pull files based on creation date?

[DaveSchloat]

Hello, 

I would like to have the directory tool pull just the file data for the files created today (dynamically).  I know I can read the folder and pass through a filter, but the folder has a truly obscene number of files in it, so pulling all that data takes a very long time.  I could have the WF run in a fraction of the time if I could specify the creation date.

And no, I can't use file name because the file name does not contain the date.

Alternatively, I COULD look for files based on a dynamic list of a portion of the file name.... if there's a way to do that.  

But creation date would be best.

[TimN]

I found this:

https://superuser.com/questions/326021/dos-batch-file-to-find-new-files-by-date

Xcopy and list the files.  It works and allows you to filter with a date but I can't see how to bring back the creation dates.  All that is returned is the Filename

[TimN]

I'm testing now and it's taking a while.  I'd also be careful with the run command and DOS.  This seemed like a possible solution but maybe it's time to look at something else.

[DaveSchloat]

Yes.  I'm really hopeful that I get granted read access to a table that has all this stuff, AND a code I can filter off of.  But I think I have to put up my first born as collateral for that.  Eh, might be worth it.  LOL!  Have a great holiday, and thanks to everyone for their input!