Draft:Files (software)
Submission declined on 10 March 2025 by Caleb Stanford (talk).
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| Submission declined on 8 March 2025 by Caleb Stanford (talk). This draft's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article. In summary, the draft needs multiple published sources that are: Declined by Caleb Stanford 35 days ago.
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| Submission declined on 20 January 2025 by AlphaBetaGamma (talk). This submission does not appear to be written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. Entries should be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources. Please rewrite your submission in a more encyclopedic format. Please make sure to avoid peacock terms that promote the subject. Declined by AlphaBetaGamma 2 months ago. | |
| Submission declined on 19 January 2025 by KylieTastic (talk). This draft's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article. In summary, the draft needs multiple published sources that are: Declined by KylieTastic 2 months ago.
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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)
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| Other names | Formerly Files UWP[1] |
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| Original author(s) | Luke Blevins |
| Developer(s) | files-community |
| Initial release | January 13, 2021 |
| Repository | github |
| Written in | C#, XAML |
| Operating system | Windows |
| Type | File manager |
| License | MIT License |
| Website | files |
Files (formerly Files UWP) is a free and open-source file manager application for Windows. Despite the name, Files has no connection to the similarly nameed applications from Apple and Google. 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
[edit]Files provides a wide range of features, including:
- Modern UI: A modern, FluentUI-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: You 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
[edit]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.
The app was ported from UWP to the Windows App SDK[9], allowing for the use of a more modern technology[10] and the removal of the full trust process. It has had multiple significant milestones including a major design refresh[11] and over three variations of the logo over time.[12] It has seen great change over the years, initially starting off with Fluent 1 design language styles[13] until v2 was introduced.[11][14]
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Microsoft Store App Awards
[edit]The Files app has received positive reviews[15][16] from users and technology publications, praised for its features, performance, and user experience. It has over 35 thousand stars on GitHub.[17]
In 2022 Files won the Microsoft Store App Awards[18] in the file management category, alongside Rufus. It was also included in the 2023 Microsoft Store App Awards as a runner up.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Files UWP is a new modern file explorer app for Windows 10". Neowin. 2025-01-19. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ Parmar, Mayank (2019-02-11). "Third-party developer shows off a modern File Explorer for Windows 10". Windows Latest. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ Carrasqueira, João (2024-05-01). "Files review: A more modern alternative to the Windows 11 File Explorer". XDA. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ Pathak, Khamosh (2024-05-17). "You Should Replace Windows 11's File Explorer With This App". Lifehacker. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
- ^ a b "Meet Files, Your New File Explorer App For Windows 11". Nerd's Chalk. 2024-10-27. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ "Files • Docs - Cloud drives". files.community. Archived from the original on 2025-01-23. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
- ^ "Initial commit · files-community/Files@3aab521". GitHub. 2018-05-29. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
- ^ Arlo (2020-06-10). "UWP Community // Launch 2020". Medium. Archived from the original on 2024-09-16. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ "Feature: Migration to WinAppSDK by yaira2 · Pull Request #9814 · files-community/Files". GitHub. 2022-08-29. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
- ^ stevewhims (2024-09-10). "Migrate from UWP to the Windows App SDK - Windows apps". learn.microsoft.com. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
- ^ a b Nayan (2021-07-07). "Files v2 for Windows 10 (Modern File manager) to bring refreshed design, many new features & performance improvements". WinCentral. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ "Feature: Redesigned the app icon by yaira2 · Pull Request #13247 · files-community/Files". GitHub. 2023-08-24. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
- ^ Singh, Laxman (2023-05-04). "Files is a free UWP File Manager app for Windows 11/10". The Windows Club. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ "Files 2.0 is a must-have file manager app for Windows 11". Winaero. 2021-10-04. Archived from the original on 2023-05-29. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ TechHut (2022-01-12). DITCH Windows Explorer for Files!. Retrieved 2025-01-19 – via YouTube.
- ^ Carrasqueira, João (2024-05-01). "Files review: A more modern alternative to the Windows 11 File Explorer". XDA. Retrieved 2025-01-19.
- ^ "Stargazers · files-community/Files". GitHub. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
- ^ Brown, Pete; Sardo, Giorgio (2022-05-27). "Announcing the Microsoft Store App Awards Winners!". Windows Developer Blog. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
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