Open-source Files app version 3.2 introduces a new List View layout and new features
The latest update of Files V3.2, a popular open-source alternative to the Windows File Explorer, introduces a new List View feature, offering a more organized overview of files and folders. It also allows users to edit album covers directly within the app, eliminating the need for additional software. The update has improved thumbnail rendering, providing sharper and more contrasting images, and addresses issues with broken thumbnails, particularly in Microsoft OneDrive.
Performance improvements have been made for handling large files, reducing instances of crashes and freezes during tasks like browsing large folders and moving objects. Users are now provided with more customization options, including the ability to hide built-in items from the right-click context menu and disable auto-scroll when navigating up the file tree. The search functionality has been enhanced to include unindexed items by default, improving search results and efficiency.
The user interface has been refined, with new files automatically added to the Recent Files list and the app using naming preferences from File Explorer when creating shortcuts. The update has enhanced tagging, allowing users to search for other tagged items by clicking a tag in the Details Pane. Users can now set JFIF files as the desktop and lock screen background for more personalization. If you want to see the full list of changes, including bug fixes, you can check it out here.
- File Manager
- Free • Open Source
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External links
- Announcing Files v3.2Files • Official source
- Files 3.2 is out with List View and plenty of fixes and improvementsNeowin
Comments
Seems like an interesting project, but how much better from the default windows explorer is it ? Considering I can do everything I want from the default Windows explorer and that there is a possibility to had global contextual options, I wonder what people who use this feel about the software.
It's the best alternative to the official file explorer imo, especially because UI design is an important part of its development. It has some super interesting extra features like Column View or Tags, which work similarly to how they do on macOS. Also kinda like the tabs feature a little bit more than the default implementation.