Free Extensions for the Windows File Explorer

If you are a Windows user, you will be familiar with the File Explorer that comes by default with the operating system. Although it does its job quite well, for many users Explorer has some limitations in its features. For this reason, we are going to present five extensions to expand the functions of the Windows 10 File Explorer. In this way, you will get a File Explorer fully optimized to your needs.

QTTabBar

QTTabBar allows you to create tabs in File Explorer. You will be able to navigate through files and folders from its interface (similar to that of Google Chrome). You can also create and customize tabs and additional folder views, change the position of items (by dragging and dropping), assign different icons, etc.

Air Explorer

Air Explorer allows you to access, view, transfer and synchronize files between your computer and your cloud storage. The extension integrates directly into File Explorer. Its drag-and-drop option greatly facilitates work between Explorer and the cloud (all in the same interface). The only drawback of the platform is that its free version is limited.

TeraCopy

TeraCopy is a very good extension for File Explorer that allows you to copy items quickly and safely. The system skips processing of files that have errors during transfer and, upon completion, gives you a report. The program verifies files after they have been copied to ensure they are identical and have not lost information, and keeps a history of used directories, among other things.

Listary

Listary adds the advanced search function to File Explorer. With the add-on, you can search, manage items and programs, perform searches using commands. These functions make the program an alternative to Windows Search. One of Listary's drawbacks is that it limits keyword configuration in its free version.

DropIt

We will finish with DropIt, without a doubt one of the best extensions for File Explorer. The application allows you to assign automatic actions to items and folders. Other interesting functions are: file monitoring, encryption of items, profiles, drag-and-drop option and sort files by name, size, directories, properties, etc.

We hope that the five extensions for the Windows File Explorer save you time in your tasks and turn your system into an infallible ally that stands up to everything.