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A modern file manager that helps users organize their files and folders.

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Files is a modern file manager that helps users organize their files and folders. Our mission with Files is to build the best file manager for Windows, and we’re proud to be building it out in the open so everyone can participate. User feedback helps shape the features we work on, & the bug reports on GitHub help to make Files more reliable. Built and maintained by the open-source community, Files features robust multitasking experiences, file tags, deep integrations, and an intuitive design.

Installing and running Files

Files is a community-driven project that depends on your support to grow and improve. Please consider purchasing Files through the Microsoft Store or supporting us on GitHub if you use the classic installer.

You can also use the preview version alongside the stable release to get early access to new features and improvements.

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Building from source

Instructions for building the source code can be found on our documentation site.

Contributing to Files

Want to contribute to this project? Let us know with an issue that communicates your intent to create a pull request. Also, view our contributing guidelines to make sure you're up to date on the coding conventions.

Looking for a place to start? Check out the task board, where you can sort tasks by size and priority.

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