Q-Dir the Quad Explorer for Microsoft's Windows 11, 10, ... Desktop and Server!
Update on: 23 April 2024 Suitable for : Windows 11, Windows 10, 8.1, 7, ... , Server 2012-2019, 2022, x64, x32, x86
The Quad-Directory-Explorer makes your files and folders easy to manage, either installed or as a Portable Windows program as an alternative Freeware to Windows File Explorer.
Fast and easy access to your hard disks ergo advanced file management for network folders, USB-sticks, floppy disks and other storage devices Is the most popular tool from the category file management on Software OK!
Important! ► add to trusted application under Windows 10 from 2020, 2021!
Key features in the alternative File-Explorer
◆ File management in 4-window with tabs
◆ Folder size with extra information
◆ Color filter for files and folders
◆ Classic and modern address bar
◆ Directory structure with visible tree branches
◆ Print what you see in Explorer Views
◆ Based on the MS Windows OS File Manager
◆ Full Unicode Support
Other options and specifications
◆ Save folder combinations as favorites
◆ Moving and copying the data via "drag and drop"
◆ Mark selected folders and files
◆ Small program great in file management
◆ improved quad explorer file preview
◆ Multilingual
◆ Low System Resource usage
◆ Freeware
◆ ... and much more
TOP-INFO: ► Complete Deactivation of Grouping TOP-FAQ: ► Disable or Enable the Auto-Update
Warning! ► Once Q-Dir, always Q-Dir!
Why alternative file manager!
Q-Dir is a great alternative file manager for Windows with a amazing Quadro-View technique.
You don't have to give up your usual work habits, Drag'n Drops, view types, and other standard functions of your current file manager.
No! Q-Dir gives you extra useful functions to make you happy. Save time by reducing mouse-clicks and hand movements . Q-Dir does not have to be installed and can be executed easily from any location, such as the Desktop, and can be carried on a small USB-stick or other memory device.
Q-Dir's file management is based on MS Windows Explorer, but 4x plus Explorer Tab Views and with more functionality! More and more data makes for a larger file management challenge on you Windows OS.
Q-Dir allows you to save folder combinations as a favourite to open any time. Up to 64 folder combinations can be saved in a favorite, since each of the four windows is equipped with tabs (ie 4 x 16 tabs 4 x Tree View plus 4 x Address Bar), different colors for different file types ...
Frequently asked business question!
Yes Q-Dir is free for company, business and private use!
The first time you start Q-Dir you will be presented with a license screen.
The program is free and the license info is only displayed the first time (per PC).
Some Features!
- Favourites: Quick access to your most often used folders.
- Preview filter settings: ... Change preview filter settings?
- Drag&Drop: Move files by dragging in Q-views and other Explorers.
- Clipboard: Copy / Paste between Q-views and other Explorers.
- Folder-Types: ZIP, FTP, cabinet, network, system folders, shortcuts ...
- Views: Large icons, tiles, list, detail, thumbnail (Vista: extra large symbols) .
- Export: To XLS, CSV, TXT, HTML.
- Popup Menus: Desktop, My Computer.
- Screen magnifier: Enlarge anything on the screen.
- Color Filter: Different colors for different item types (e.g. *.log;*.txt).
- Highlight-Filter: Highlight files by extension type.
- File-Filter: Allows quick and easy filtering of files.
- Columns: Edit and save displayed columns.
- Quick-Link's: For fast folder access.
- Folder-Select: Fast & flexible folder selection address-bar / desktop menu / my-computer menu /...
- Multi-INI: Q-Dir saves settings to several INI files.
- Quadro-View technique: Quad-Pumped x 16 Tabs, (-: quad core + :-).
- Tree-View: Single and quadruple.
- Preview: Allows a quick preview.
- Portable: from v2.77 Q-Dir is portable.
- Printing: from v3.77 List, Details ...
- Folder size Column: from v3.83 file and folder size Column.
- Settings transfer: from v3.83 Improved transfer for folder and view settings.
- Faster edit: from v3.86 Faster edit or rename of files.
- File association: from v3.91 Internal file association rules.
- Tree View: Auto expand folders.
- Separate tree view for each explorer list view.
- and, much more........ ;)
# Q-Dir Versions History
| New in version 11.61 // 23 April 2024 The active tab (in File Explorer) is now easier to see in Windows 10 and 11, as it is marked with an orange overline like it used to be in Windows XP.
Address bafr icons are now more visible at high DPI display settings.
A new toolbar has been added to the address bar, which will replace others in future versions.
Optionally, the matrix color design can be selected via the menu under Extras, Colors.
Further improvements will be implemented in future versions. If you have any problems with the display improvements, please simply contact us.
| New in version 11.55 // 18 April 2024 With the new "Paste Special" feature, you can now quickly insert images and texts from the clipboard directly into the file explorer of Q-Dir as files, without any detours.
We have also made general corrections and fine-tuning to improve the Quad File Explorer, as well as updated the language files.
| New in version 11.51 // 30 March 2024 1. Bugfix: Meaningless Prompt While Deleting Prior to Confirmation in Quad File Explorer for Windows: Implemented enhancements to address an issue where meaningless prompts were displayed prior to confirmation during deletion in the Quad File Explorer for Windows. This improvement ensures a smoother deletion process, enhancing the user experience.
2. General Optimization and Language File Update in Q-Dir: Alongside general optimizations, language files in Q-Dir have been updated to ensure a consistent and user-friendly experience for all users. This update contributes to improving the adaptability and accessibility of the software.
| New in version 11.49 // 26 March 2024 Improvements and fine-tuning in the navigation area and address bars
General fixes and small tweaks around Quad File Explorer
| New in version 11.48 // 27 February 2024 Improvements in the address bars and navigation area
General fixes and small tweaks around Quad File Explorer
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... complete Versions History
# Q-Dir is multilingual and a popular program worldwide: |
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Supported Operating Systems:
Windows 10 - Pro / Enterprise / Home,
Windows 8.1 - Enterprise / Pro,
Windows 8 - Enterprise / Pro,
Windows 7 - Enterprise / Home Basic / Home Premium / Pro / Starter / Ultimate,
Windows Vista - Enterprise / Ultimate / Business,
Windows XP - Home / Pro,
Windows Server - 2000-2008 / 2012 / 2016,
Windows 98.
(x32/x64) - All versions of Windows.
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* Q-Dir the Quad Explorer for Microsoft's Windows 11, 10, ... Desktop and Server!
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