Two absolutely essential tools for windows

For literally years I have been searching for windows applications that could take the current archaic folder browser to a new level. Well if you too have been looking, look no further. QTtabBar and Folder size for windows are here to change your windows folder browsing experience.

I can’t see myself using windows without these applications any more.

QTtabBar:
This application has a HUGE list of options and windows browser tweaks. And the best part, 90% of them were on my personal wishlist.

Requirements: XP or Vista and Microsoft .NET framework 2.0 or later (Not needed for Vista)

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Notable Features:

• Tabbed folder browsing.
• Functions similar to firefox tabs ( middle click functions to close and open new tab).
• Renaming ‘F2′ un-selects the files extension for easy renaming.
• Closed tab history.
• Tab groups – Great for opening all the folders you need for a specific project you work on often.
• Double click anywhere in the window browses up 1 folder (except clicking on a folder or file).
• Mouseover images and documents displays a large thumbnail.
• Transparency (better to disable with some open gl software though).
• Folder and file name copying tools(Great for selecting a long list of files that you simply want to copy and paste to a list).
• Open to plugin developement (here are some of the current plugins)

• and much much more

Recommendation for 3d artists:

• In “options>Misc>Enable’Sub folder tip’” Uncheck this option if you find your browser flickers overtop of an opengl software. Other than this, I have had zero compatibility or bug issues for 6 + months of use.

Folder size for Windows:
This simple app gives you the option to view folder and file size details in your windows browser detailed view.

Check both links for examples of the software.

Happy Browsing!

-Chad

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