Files
The Files project is an open-source file explorer for organizing files and folders on Windows.
About Files
Files is a file explorer for Windows for organizing files and folders. It includes tabs, dual-pane and column layouts, colored tags, a preview pane, archive tools, and support for OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud, and Git.
It has a customizable interface with themes, toolbar options, and custom key bindings. Space-bar preview for Office files and some other file types requires a separate QuickLook or SeerPro install.
Key features
- Manage multiple folders in one window using tabs
- View two folders side by side with dual pane
- Organize files and folders with colored tags
- Create and extract zip, WinRar, and 7zip archives
- Access OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud drives
- Create, switch, and sync Git branches in app
Best for: Windows users who manage multiple folders, cloud drives, archives, or Git projects in one file manager.
Good for
- Free and open source software maintained by contributors
- Works with OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud
- Customizable interface with themes, toolbar options, and key bindings
Watch out for
- Built for Windows
- Office file preview by space bar requires separate QuickLook or SeerPro install
Files at a glance
- Website
- files.community
- Category
- Software & Utilities › File Utilities
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Files FAQ
Which cloud drives does Files support?
Built-in support for cloud drives such as OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud.
How do I preview Office files with the space bar?
Install QuickLook or SeerPro, then press the space bar to preview Office files, documents, and other file types.
Which archive formats can Files create and extract?
Zip, WinRar, and 7zip archives.
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