When it comes to how your files and folders are laid out on screen, you’ll get plenty of choices, including a two-pane view. FreeCommander also comes geared up with tools for easily renaming multiple files at once, keeping two folders in sync, and spotting duplicate files. It’s possible that once you’ve got it set up, you might never look back. There are a lot of powerful features in TagSpaces, including accessible search and sorting tools. But what truly sets this app apart from other file management programs, is the ability to set up a tagging system for your files. It can be as simple or as complex as you need it to be, and it will make it easier to group and organize files outside of a folder structure. FreeCommander is free to download. From a wide choice of layout options to support for archive (ZIP) files and FTP servers, Directory Opus can take care of pretty much everything you want to do with your files on Windows and then some. TagSpaces is free to download and use, while it’s pro version starts at $47 a year. The program is particularly good for handling images, with tools such as picture rotation and format conversion built right into the interface. The app can also rename your documents in batch, tag your files and use a color-coded system to organize them, as well as filter and sort them more easily than File Explorer can. And despite all these features, this tool remains speedy and simple to use. The application can connect to network drives and FTP servers as well as the local disks, and power users will appreciate tools such as file comparison (to check for duplicates) and smart Dropbox integration. You can personalize the software too, setting up your own custom toolbars and keyboard shortcuts to further boost productivity. Directory Opus starts at $35 after a 60-day free trial period. While Finder doesn’t really let you deviate from the standard default look, Commander One gives you options to change the fonts and colors in the software. There are plenty of helpful touches throughout, including a toggle switch for showing hidden files, and the ability to queue up file operations (like copying) in whatever order you prefer. ForkLift is $10 a month after a 7-day free trial period. Simple tasks such as editing permissions and accessing recent files and folders is all more intuitive than it is in Finder. Path Finder also gives you the option of browsing your system in a dual-pane view, with plenty of options available in terms of layout customization. Commander One is free to download and use, and you can get extras for $30. Path Finder is $36 after a 30-day free trial.
