14 Alternative File Managers To Replace Windows 10 File Explorer

xplorer² is another great option that is simple yet functional. It shares the same dual windows interface but offers better customization than most and some interesting side features. A noticeable feature is the ability to open another panel right inside a window to move to subfolders without losing access to the main folder.

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Explorer++

This is actually an extension for Windows File Explorer to add more functionality rather than a file manager with its own interface. Once you install Clover, it will enhance the File Explorer with a tab feature similar to a browser. You’ll be able to open the File Explorer in multiple tabs and manage folders.

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Total Commander

An advanced file manager for Windows 10. Total Commander may not have the most beautiful interface, but its advanced features and dual file windows make file management a snap. The main interface consists of two windows where you can open two folders and exchange and manage files between them seamlessly.

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Directory Opus

If you want to fully replace Windows File Explorer, then Directory Opus is the perfect file manager. It fully integrates into Windows and whenever you will open File Explorer or a folder it will open Directory Opus instead. You can also open the program from the context menu.

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TagSpaces

TagSpaces takes a bit different approach to productivity by letting you add tags and colors to files and folders to manage them easily. It may not make it easier to move and edit files, but you can group similar files/folders using tags and colors.

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XYplorer

If you want both tabbed browsing and dual window view, then XYplorer got you covered. It lists folders in two vertical windows in which you can further open tabs to add more folders; just like a browser. There is also a directory panel on the right side to quickly access folders inside the windows and tabs.

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xplorer² is another great option that is simple yet functional. It shares the same dual windows interface but offers better customization than most and some interesting side features. A noticeable feature is the ability to open another panel right inside a window to move to subfolders without losing access to the main folder.

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Clover

This is actually an extension for Windows File Explorer to add more functionality rather than a file manager with its own interface. Once you install Clover, it will enhance the File Explorer with a tab feature similar to a browser. You’ll be able to open the File Explorer in multiple tabs and manage folders.

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FileVoyager

More prominent is the 3D panel at the top of the windows that shows icons and folders with 3D effects. It may not be very useful, but it shows the folders with content so it can make navigation easier. There is a preview tab right inside the windows to see the full preview of files inside FileVoyager.

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Q-Dir

It may not have many extra tools, but it offers 4 windows to open folders and manage them. Q-Dir supports basic file moving commands and it’s completely free too. If you prefer quad-windows, then it’s worth checking out.

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FreeCommander

It offers a dual-window interface with a handy list of directories at the top of each window for quick access. FreeCommander XE also has dedicated buttons between the two windows to make managing files between the two windows easier. And as the name suggests, this file manager is free to use.

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Altap Salamander

Altap Salamander is another dual-window file manager. Its standout feature is the support for plugins to further enhance functionality. You can get plugins to get features like archive maker, automating tasks, file comparison, FTP client, and more.

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SpeedCommander

SpeedCommander offers both dual-window and tabs functions with the ability to change its theme and layout in multiple ways. Its more prominent feature is the support for popular cloud storage services right inside its interface. Although you have to get its paid version after the 60-days trial period.

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Unreal Commander

Another file manager that supports both tabs and dual-window view. However, I noticed it was quite difficult to use it as it had different commands than usual to manage files. Although Unreal Commander is free and the interface is heavily customizable with attractive themes and icons.

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fman

A very simple dual-window view file manager. The only extra feature I saw was the search bar at the top that you can use to quickly access anything. However, it’s also really small in size and light on resources, so try fman if you have a slow PC.

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