Proto AlternativesFile Managers and other similar apps like Proto

Proto is described as 'Fast, next-gen, freeware file manager. Unlike all the Norton Commander clones, this project introduces interesting and new approach to handling files. Incorporates some of the Jef Raskin's ideas regarding “Humane Interface”' and is a File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Proto for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and PortableApps.com apps. The best Proto alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Proto are Total Commander, Files, WizTree and Dolphin File Manager.

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  1. Double Commander icon

    Double Commander

     597 likes

    Open-source file manager with dual-panel interface, inspired by Total Commander. Supports plugin use, advanced search, tabbed browsing, and runs smoothly with background operations. Unicode and multi-platform compatibility enhance its versatility.

    129 Double Commander alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    • Double Commander is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Proto.

    • Double Commander is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Proto.

    • Double Commander is Free and Open SourceProto is Free and Proprietary
    • Double Commander is Lightweight and Privacy focusedProto is not according to our users
  2. Total Commander icon

    Total Commander

     908 likes

    A versatile file manager offering side-by-side dual-pane for intuitive navigation, powerful built-in FTP client, extensive archive format support, robust file comparison tool with editor, advanced multi-rename using regular expressions, and scalable customization options.

    177 Total Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • Total Commander is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to Proto.

    • Total Commander is Freemium and ProprietaryProto is Free and Proprietary
    • Total Commander is Customizable and LightweightProto is not according to our users
  4. Files icon

    Files

     159 likes

    Advanced Windows file manager offers tabbed browsing, dual-pane drag-and-drop, column navigation, built-in archive creation and extraction, file tagging, QuickLook previews, context menu integration, quick search, and customizable appearance for streamlined organization.

    120 Files alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    SpaceMonger is a treemapping tool for hard disks and file systems. It scans, maps, and manages PC, network, and cloud storage. It can copy, move, and delete files to free up storage space. It helps locate large files and folders ...

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  6. WizTree icon

    WizTree

     274 likes

    Comprehensive disk usage analyzer providing ultra-fast insight into space consumption by directly reading NTFS file systems. Identify top space hogs, sort content by size, and enjoy features like portability, offline access, dark mode, and no registration needs. Exclusive to NTFS drives.

    88 WizTree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. Dolphin File Manager icon

    Dolphin File Manager

     226 likes

    Dolphin is a file manager for KDE focusing on usability. Has three view modes: Icon, Detail and it used to have Column View like in Finder (it is not available in current version due to problems with maintaibility). Supports FTP, SCP and other protocols. Highly configurable.

    78 Dolphin File Manager alternatives

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Windows
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  10. FreeCommander icon

    FreeCommander

     396 likes

    FreeCommander is an easy-to-use alternative to the standard windows file manager. The program helps you with daily work in Windows. Here you can find all the necessary functions to manage your data stock.

    114 FreeCommander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  11. Midnight Commander icon

    Midnight Commander

     243 likes

    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...

    103 Midnight Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • MacPorts
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  12. XYplorer icon

    XYplorer

     209 likes

    XYplorer is a file manager for Windows. It features tabbed browsing, a powerful file search, a versatile preview, a highly customizable interface, optional dual pane, scripting engine, and a large array of unique ways to efficiently automate frequently recurring tasks.

    93 XYplorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • XYplorer is the most popular commercial alternative to Proto.

    • XYplorer is Paid and ProprietaryProto is Free and Proprietary
    • XYplorer is Customizable and LightweightProto is not according to our users
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    Thunar

     148 likes

    Thunar is a 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, intuitive, and customizable. Thunar is fast and responsive with a good start up time and directory load time.

    87 Thunar alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Xfce
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
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  15. File Explorer icon

    File Explorer

     231 likes

    Manage your files using a graphical interface with offline capabilities, no registration, zip support, and a lightweight design. Enjoy features like dark mode and ad-free usage on Windows. Known as Explorer, it helps present the taskbar and desktop elements since Windows 95.

    128 File Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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