Draft:Files (software)
Free, open source file explorer
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Not to be confused with other file managers named 'Files', namely Files (Google) and Files (Apple).
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| Other names | Formerly Files UWP[1] |
| Original author | Luke Blevins |
| Developer | files-community |
| Initial release | January 13, 2021 |
| Written in | C#, XAML |
| Operating system | Windows |
| Type | File manager |
| License | MIT License |
| Website | files |
| Repository | github |
 | This page is currently being created It is a new Wikipedia article developing through collaboration and successive edits.To help avoid edit conflicts and other confusion, the creator, Lamparter, and the Files community organisation asks that for a short while this page not be edited unnecessarily, or nominated for deletion during this early stage of development.
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Submission declined on 10 March 2025 by Caleb Stanford (talk).
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Comment: The previous review was not addressed. Caleb Stanford (talk) 06:43, 10 March 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: I have concerns that the article fails WP:PROMO.One issue is that the title needs to be changed. Files (software) should redirect to smth like File System. It could be Files (Windows 10 application) or similar.In the lead, "known for its modern design" is not sufficiently supported, this claim should be removed unless it is discussed in independent reliable sources. "Features" needs to be revamped. Text like "Extensive Customization" is not encyclopedic. Caleb Stanford (talk) 21:25, 8 March 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: Is there any relation between this Files app and the Files app on Apple equipment? If so, it should be described. If not, it should be mentioned that it is not related to the similarly named app for the Apple. Robert McClenon (talk) 05:11, 11 February 2025 (UTC)
Files (formerly Files UWP) is a free and open-source file manager application for Windows. It is known for its modern design[2], extensive features, and active community development.
It is built with WinUI 3 and the Windows App SDK development framework, and a large consumer of Win32 and WinRT APIs. It is also built using the MVVM app architecture.
Features
Files provides a wide range of features, including:
- Modern UI: A modern, Fluent UI-style user interface built with the WinUI framework.[3][4]
- Tabbed browsing: Users can easily navigate multiple folders and files simultaneously.
- Dual-pane view: Enables side-by-side comparison and management of files and folders.
- File tags: Consumers can organize files and folders with color-coded tags.[5]
- Extensive customization: Files comes with customizable themes, keyboard shortcuts, and other settings.[5]
- Rich file previews: Users can view images, videos, and other files directly within the application.
- Cloud integration: Files integrates with various cloud providers, including OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox, and others.[6]
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History
The Files app began in 2018 as a personal project by developer Luke Blevins.[7] He wanted to create a "stable, open-source foundation for innovation in the file management space,"[8] specifically for the Windows operating system.
Another developer, Yair, joined the project[9] in 2020. Eventually, Luke left the project to Yair and he continued to build it himself alongside a growing team.
The app was ported from UWP to the Windows App SDK[10], allowing for the use of a more modern technology[11] and the removal of the full trust process. It has had multiple significant milestones including a major design refresh[12] and over three variations of the logo over time.[13] It has seen great change over the years, initially starting off with Fluent 1 design language styles[14] until v2 was introduced.[12][15]
The app was originally free on the Microsoft Store, however was made paid by the lead developer[16] as an experiment that he decided to keep.
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Community
Reception
The Files app has received positive reviews[18][19] from users and technology publications, praised for its features, performance, and user experience. It has over 35 thousand stars on GitHub.[20]
In 2022 Files won the Microsoft Store App Awards[21] in the file management category, alongside Rufus. It was also included in the 2023 Microsoft Store App Awards as a runner up.
The app was entered into the UWP Community Launch[22] event in 2020 and launched on the Microsoft Store promptly.[8]
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