Windows File Explorer Description
File Explorer is the default file manager for Windows operating systems.
File Explorer in Windows 11 allows you to quickly and easily access the files you need.
It can be accessed in Windows 11 by selecting it from the taskbar or the Start Menu, or pressing the Windows logo key +E on your keyboard.
How to use File Explorer
To pin a folder for Quick access, right-click or press and hold the folder and choose Pin to Quick Access.
Select the file you wish to share, and then click Share on the ribbon.
Select the file or folder you wish to move and then click Cut on the ribbon. Navigate to the desired location and then choose Paste.
Windows File Explorer Alternatives
TagSpaces
TagSpaces is a cross-platform, privacy-aware file manager and browser that has some note-taking capabilities. It allows you to organize your files and folders using tags and colors. You can download it for Windows, macOS Linux and Android.
The TagSpaces Web Clipper allows you to collect web pages, bookmarks and geo-coordinates as well as screenshots from the Web.
The built-in Markdown editor allows you to create notes that include tables, math formulas, todo lists and diagrams. TagSpaces can be connected to any folder on your hard disk and allow you to quickly browse its contents. You can add labels also known as tags to any folder or file. In the Pro version, you can also add descriptions and geotags to files and folders. Geo-tagged files or photos can be placed on a digital map. In the Pro version you can also turn every folder into a Kanban board, which allows you to represent process with the help of cards(files) and columns(folders). Cross-references can be achieved by using tags in the folder hierarchy. You can search for files using any combination of tags with the built-in search.
TagSpaces can also browse files placed on S3 compatible object storage like from Wasabi or AWS S3.
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Simple File Manager Pro
Simple File Manager is an easy-to-use and professional file and folder manager that works on Android devices. Simple File Manager allows you to quickly compress, transfer, and convert media files in just a few clicks. It includes all the main file manager and folder management features. You can even customize your home folder and select your favorite folders for easy access. The file manager offers a full range of file management features, including search and navigation, copy & past, rename, compress, transfer, download, organization, and so on. You can add, remove, edit, and modify files, folders, and apps according to your preferences. This data organizer makes it easy to organize your mobile using various metrics. You can toggle between ascending or descending sorting, as well as folder-specific sorting. You can quickly select a file or folder path by pressing long-pressing the key and then copy it to the clipboard.
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XtraFinder
Tabs, dual panel, as well as many other features for Mac's native Finder. You can quickly access dozens of functions from the context menu, toolbar, and menus. To cut, press Command + X and Command + P to paste. Copy and move each file one at a time, regardless of how many times you press the copy/cut/paste shortcut. Do not place folders above files. To see the entire file name of all files, without manually adjusting column width. Beautiful label drawing, similar to legacy Finder. Full row label. Custom color is also known as light text on dark background, or colorful icons in sidebar. To open the folder in a new tab or window, click on the middle-click. List view displays the number of folder items. The status bar displays the size of selected items. To uninstall XtraFinder from OS X 10.11 - 10,15, you must disable SIP. Please check XtraFinder's website monthly.
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fman
To quickly jump to a directory, press Ctrl+P. fman can remember which folders you most frequently visit and suggest them to you. This is much faster than manually navigating through directory hierarchy. Its powerful plugin system allows you to tailor the plugin to your needs. You can either install plugins made by others or create your own plugins and share them with other members. fman is an alternative file manager to Explorer on Windows and Finder on macOS. It can be used to browse directories, copy and move files, mount external drives, and more. These tasks are easier than with other file managers. It makes it easy to move or copy files. Simply open the directory you wish to copy from on one end and the destination on another. The copy is then performed using a simple keyboard shortcut. You don't need to deal with multiple windows or drag files. This makes it easier to complete file-related tasks faster.
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Pricing
Pricing Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Yes
Integrations
Company Details
Company:
Microsoft
Year Founded:
1975
Headquarters:
United States
Website:
microsoft.com
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