Every thing you need from spell check, editor and file management enhancements, networking and security tools, macro plugins, etc., are available from the Plugin page. I wanted to side-step the topic, FAR Manager plugins, because there are "FAR" too many for me to suggest. You can add support for more file types by using Plugins. Hit F6 to edit the document, as if you were using a command line Notepad. To access it, use the F3 key, and it should open the text in the same window. While the application does support opening files in your default program choice for that format, it does have a built-in File viewer and Editor. Tip: Check out other alternative file managers for Windows such as Altap Salamander or Multi Commander. So, if you ever missed having to type commands for changing the directory like "CD D:Games" or copying files like "Copy C:\Users\USERNAME\Downloads\Far.exe D:\Portable\FAR\", go nuts. Speaking of which, you can use all CMD commands in FAR Manager. With that said, the advanced user can figure out the ins and outs of this program with a little guidance, and it could save the day if files are otherwise inaccessible.It is a Win-32 console application, which means it has a text based interface. It is geared toward those familiar with the old command line way of working with a computer-a nostalgic trip back to the early 90s.
For this reason, it may be a good idea to have this program on hand for Windows emergencies.įAR Manager is not for the beginner. In this case, this application will give you easy access to your files when you may not be able to reach them in any other way. The best use for this program, in an age of easy GUI file manipulation, is at that moment when Windows is not responsive and you must work from the command line. FAR Manager does not make use of Windows Explorer so that you can use the GUI in any way. Otherwise the Web site points you to the forums so that other users can answer your questions. A FAQ exists, but it is only written in Russian. Otherwise you are left wondering how to reach the documentation for this program. If you are used to working in command line, then the interface is quite straightforward and intuitive. Most users won't find the interface intuitive, but that is to be expected.
You can also delete files, create new files, or edit certain files by clicking on them. The program downloads easily and is free to use.Īs a text-based application, FAR Manager allows the user to manipulate files by renaming them, moving them from directory to directory, and opening them in another window. If you are tired of drag-and-drop file manipulation in the Windows' GUI, then FAR Manager, with its command line and DOS-like interface for file creation and editing is for you.
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