xplorer² is a dual-pane file and information manager that adheres to the philosophy "efficiency through simplicity" for all 32-bit and 64-bit Windows operating systems. It offers the functionality of Orthodox File Managers through an interface similar to the familiar Windows Explorer. Without reinventing the wheel, it integrates the best features of Windows' shell architecture in a small, resource efficient package that's instantly familiar to work with. But look a little closer and you'll discover a whole new world under the surface that offers power, precision and flexibility, and will boost your everyday productivity no end!

Unlike Windows explorer, xplorer² allows you to browse more than one folder at a time, using tabs and dual panes. Sorting out and copying files becomes a breeze. You can navigate your shell namespace quickly using favorites, clickable paths (breadcrumbs), easy access to root folders, a tree and a bookmark pane (drop box) etc. You can even save and restore folder groups whenever your workflow deems necessary. xplorer² browsing model scales up well to large folders with thousands of files. It reads fast, offers visual filters and a variety of selection mechanisms that allow you to manage your files effectively.

• clean minimalistic, customizable interface
• seamless handling of virtual folders (FTP/webfolders/zipfolders etc)
• extended file/folder details (MP3 tags, checksum etc)
• instant preview of text, graphics and audio/video content
• quick preview of documents with activeX servers (Office, PDF etc)
• find files using hyperfilters (e.g. locate files searching their comments for keywords)
• search & preview PDF and office documents
• detect and cleanup duplicate files
• manage many folders in dual pane or using tabs
• easy folder comparison & synchronization
• powerful visual filtering and selection engine
• organize in groups and color code files
• touch dates, split/merge and shred files
• mass renaming
• execute text commands (or DOS scripts) on files
• advanced NTFS support: hard links, file comments etc
• robust filesystem file/folder transfers
• unicode and text encoding aware
• export file information as text for printing etc
• focus on usability with keyboard shortcuts, histories, autocompletion etc

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