Mac: The 5 best Finder alternatives
There are still tasks that the Mac Finder cannot do. We show you the best 5 alternatives to the Apple Finder. For example, the cut function, the function to display hidden files and the FTP integration are missing.
Best finder alternative with network and sync functions: ForkLift 2
With «ForkLift 2» you get a Finder alternative that shines with many features, such as network integration and order in different views.
- The integration of all types of networks has been particularly successful: FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, S3, iDisk, SMB, AFP and NIS. After entering the necessary data once, you can, for example, save your network hard drive under Favorites and access it at any time.
- As a special feature, «ForkLift 2» includes a synchronization function with which you can automatically keep two folders at the same status, which is very suitable for backups, for example. Unfortunately, the integration of Dropbox or other cloud services is missing, however, various cloud services offer an app for Mac, which you can also store in the favorites bar of «ForkLift 2».
ForkLift 2 can be tested for 14 days, but after that you have to buy it for $ 29.95.
Keep track of things on Mac with Path Finder 6
With "Path Finder 6 by Cocoatech" you always have the possibility to sort your files well, quickly and easily. You can even completely hide the native Finder so that «Path Finder 6» completely replaces it - a real alternative.
- Moving files has been particularly successful: For example, if you want to look through photos and move some of them to a separate folder, you can temporarily store the files in an extra field. When you have made your selection, you can simply drag all the selected files into a desired folder.
- To copy or cut and move files, select the two-column view. This way you can copy files from left to right, i.e. from one folder to the other.
Path Finder 6 is available as a free trial for 30 days, after which it costs an impressive $ 39.95.
Alternative Finder shows invisible files: TotalFinder
The alternative «TotalFinder» advertises that invisible files are also displayed.
- The manufacturer writes on its website: "I'm not afraid to see the cruft.", Which means something like: "I'm not afraid to see the unnecessary waste." He wants to show that you can also handle invisible files.
- The dual mode is highlighted as a further feature. Similar to the other alternatives, you can use two windows next to each other to move files from one folder to the other faster. By the way: Moving is also possible with «copy & paste» (also with keyboard shortcuts).
TotalFinder can be purchased for around $ 18 after 14 days of free use.
Free classic alternative: muCommander
A good alternative for sorting files and integrating networks is the «muCommander».
- It is commendable here that you can unpack packed archives such as ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR, GZip, BZip2, ISO etc. directly in the program. That means you no longer need an additional program.
- Among other things, the program also supports several windows, shows the navigation path, has many configuration options and other features. The best thing is: «muCommander» is an open source program and therefore free of charge.
Useful addon for the finder: XtraFinder for Mac
"XtraFinder" does not replace the Finder because it is only an addon. You get the extension for free and add some good features to your finder that are missing from the original.
- With the «XtraFinder» you add the "cut" function to your finder that many Windows users miss under Mac OS X.
- The dual panel view, as known from an FTP client, is also available here, so that you can work with 2 folders more easily and do not lose track.
Are you missing files that you once hid under Windows? In another practical tip, we will show you how to display hidden files and folders under Mac OS X.
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