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emelFM2 Alternatives

emelFM2 is described as 'It is a file manager for UNIX-like operating systems. It uses a simple and efficient interface pioneered by Norton Commander, in the 1980s' and is a File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 25 alternatives to emelFM2 for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, BSD and Xfce. The best alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like emelFM2 are Midnight Commander, Files, File Explorer and GNOME Files.

emelFM2 alternatives are mainly File Managers but may also be FTP Clients or File Renamers. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of emelFM2.
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  1. Double Commander icon

    Double Commander

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    124 alternatives to Double Commander 

    Double Commander is a cross-platform open source file manager with two panels side by side. It is inspired by Total Commander and features some new ideas.

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    1.  Batch Rename FilesDouble Commander supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
    2.  PortableDouble Commander can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
    3.  Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsDouble Commander can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
    4.  Ad-freeDouble Commander doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
    5.  Dark ModeDouble Commander supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
    Double Commander 0.7.0 running on Windows 10
    Double Commander 0.7.3 running on Ubuntu 16.04 Xfce
  2. Midnight Commander icon

    Midnight Commander

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • MacPorts
    98 alternatives to Midnight Commander 

    GNU Midnight Commander is a visual file manager, licensed under GNU General Public License and therefore qualifies as Free Software. Its a feature rich full-screen text mode application that allows you to copy, move and delete files and whole directory trees, search for files...

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    1.  LightweightMidnight Commander consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
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  4. Files icon

    Files

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    106 alternatives to Files 

    Files is a file manager which leverages the latest features of the Windows platform including Fluent Design, seamless updates, and APIs which enable the performance and lifecycle behavior that users expect.

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    1.  Dark ModeFiles supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
    2.  Ad-freeFiles doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
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  5. File Explorer icon

    File Explorer

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    • Windows
    118 alternatives to File Explorer 

    File Explorer (Windows 10), previously known as Windows Explorer, is a file manager application that is included with releases of the Microsoft Windows operating system from Windows 95 onwards. It is sometimes referred to as the Windows shell, explorer.

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  6. GNOME Files icon

    GNOME Files

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
    55 alternatives to GNOME Files 

    GNOME Files, formerly known as Nautilus, is the official file manager for the GNOME desktop, giving the user a simple way to navigate and manage its files.

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    1.  LightweightGNOME Files consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsGNOME Files can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
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  8. Thunar icon

    Thunar

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Xfce
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
    77 alternatives to Thunar 

    Thunar is a new modern file manager for the Xfce Desktop Environment. Thunar has been designed from the ground up to be fast and easy-to-use. Its user interface is clean and intuitive, and does not include any confusing or useless options.

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    1.  MP3 / ID3 RenamingThunar allows you to batch rename MP3 files through the use of ID3 metadata.
    2.  Batch Rename FilesThunar supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
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  9. Far Manager icon

    Far Manager

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    97 alternatives to Far Manager 

    Far Manager is a program for managing files and archives in Windows operating systems. Far Manager works in text mode and provides a simple and intuitive interface for performing most of the necessary actions:

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    1.  Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsFar Manager can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
    2.  Command line interfaceFar Manager either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
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  10. SpaceFM icon

    SpaceFM

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    37 alternatives to SpaceFM 

    SpaceFM is a multi-panel tabbed file and desktop manager for Linux with built-in VFS, udev- or HAL-based device manager, customisable menu system, and bash integration. SpaceFM aims to provide a stable, capable file manager with significant customisation capabilities.

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    With big previews/thumbnails
  11. PCMan File Manager icon

    PCMan File Manager

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    • Linux
    • Xfce
    41 alternatives to PCMan File Manager 

    An extremely fast and lightweight file manager which features tabbed browsing and user-friendly interface.

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    1.  LightweightPCMan File Manager consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
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  12. Krusader icon

    Krusader

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    • Linux
    • XQuartz
    52 alternatives to Krusader 

    Advanced twin panel (commander style) file manager for KDE and other desktops in the *nix world, similar to Midnight or Total Commander. It provides all the file management features you could possibly want: extensive archive handling, mounted filesystem support, FTP, advanced...

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    1.  Built-in viewerKrusader shows you a quick preview of an image, page or file in supported formats.
    2.  Command line interfaceKrusader either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
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