Sorting files between a USB stick, a network share and two project folders at once? The free Q-Dir puts up to four folder views in one workspace, with tabs and navigation controls for each pane.
Arrange folders across the four panes
Each pane can display a different location, so source and destination folders stay in view during a transfer. Move items by dragging them between Q-Dir panes, or use copy and paste across its views and other Explorer windows. Tabs let each pane keep additional locations ready without changing the four-pane arrangement.
Choose among display styles such as details, list, tiles, large icons, or thumbnails. Separate tree views and address bars make it possible to browse a directory hierarchy or enter a location directly.
Filter and inspect folder contents
Q-Dir includes file and highlight filters for narrowing a view by filename or extension. Color filters assign visual distinctions to chosen file or folder types, while a folder-size column adds size information to directory listings. A preview panel offers a quick look at selected items.
- Adjust and save the columns shown in a view.
- Print the current Explorer-style listing.
- Export a directory view to XLS, CSV, TXT, or HTML.
Save and reopen folder arrangements
Save frequently used folder combinations as favorites, then reopen them when returning to the same set of locations. Tabs in the individual panes allow several folder paths to remain available within a saved workspace.
Q-Dir can run as a portable program from a location such as a USB drive. Its settings can be stored in INI files, and the interface offers both classic and modern address bars. The program also handles locations such as ZIP archives, FTP, cabinet folders, network paths, and system folders.
Pros
- Four panes show separate folder locations at once
- Drag-and-drop and clipboard actions work between Q-Dir views
- Favorites can reopen saved folder combinations
- Exports directory views to XLS, CSV, TXT, or HTML
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 · 32-bit and 64-bit
How do I move files between two folders in Q-Dir?
Open the folders in separate panes, then drag items from one pane to the other. Copy and paste also works between Q-Dir views.
Can Q-Dir reopen a set of folders later?
Yes. Save the folder combination as a favorite and select it to open those locations again.
What file formats can Q-Dir export?
Directory views can be exported as XLS, CSV, TXT, or HTML.