Xircuit's Updated File Explorer

[Brad Adrian]

http://www.handango.com/PlatformProductDetail.jsp?siteId=311&platformId=2& productType=2&catalog=0&sectionId=0&productId= 25141

Xircuit has announced an update of their XPlore file manager/explorer application. Aimed at providing greater functionality and ease of use than the built-in Pocket PC File Explorer, XPlore v3.1 offers several key enhancements:



• View file properties
• Sort and filter listings
• Create shortcuts
• Use drag/drop to copy and move files or entire folders
• View file type icons
• Tap-and-hold context menu with all frequent file operations
• Dedicated "Open with..." dialog

I generally feel that the native File Explorer does all I need it to do, but not always in the most convenient or expedient manner. This little application goes a long way toward reducing the number of strokes it takes me to move files or perform other operations. There's a 7-day trial version available, and full registration is only $9.95 (US). This is an affiliate link, so all orders help to support this site.

[Brad Adrian]

http://www.handango.com/PlatformProductDetail.jsp?siteId=311&platformId=2& productType=2&catalog=0&sectionId=0&productId= 25141

Xircuit has announced an update of their XPlore file manager/explorer application. Aimed at providing greater functionality and ease of use than the built-in Pocket PC File Explorer, XPlore v3.1 offers several key enhancements:



• View file properties
• Sort and filter listings
• Create shortcuts
• Use drag/drop to copy and move files or entire folders
• View file type icons
• Tap-and-hold context menu with all frequent file operations
• Dedicated "Open with..." dialog

I generally feel that the native File Explorer does all I need it to do, but not always in the most convenient or expedient manner. This little application goes a long way toward reducing the number of strokes it takes me to move files or perform other operations. There's a 7-day trial version available, and full registration is only $9.95 (US). This is an affiliate link, so all orders help to support this site.

[griph]

Originally Posted by Brad Adrian

I generally feel that the native File Explorer does all I need it to do, but not always in the most convenient or expedient manner.

The native explorer is IMHO of little use. I prefer Resco's File Exporer v3.83 - the functionality (including ability to encrypt/decrypt within) is superb.

[yvilla]

While I commend Xircuit for providing some nice and all very reasonably priced software, I agree that Resco's File Explorer is the greatest. :!:

[EllenBeeman]

If you want a File Explorer that is better than the native PPC OS one, but not quite as full featured as these others, I'd recommend the freeware Citadel Development Pocket Explorer. (www.citadeldevelopment.com)

---Ell

[fgarcia10]

I like the Resco version better too. I wish they could add a recycle bin.

[CoffeeKid]

Not to disparage Xircuit at all with this post, it looks like they've written a nice app...

But one of the REAL sore points for me with the PPC platform is that I have to shell out $10, $15 or more for functionality that

should be built into the OS

Grrr. :evil:

Mark

[Jason Dunn]

Originally Posted by CoffeeKid

But one of the REAL sore points for me with the PPC platform is that I have to shell out $10, $15 or more for functionality that should be built into the OS

Like what? I find myself needing something more powerful than File Explorer perhaps once a month - which isn't very often at all. What "should" they have added? Your reason for killing the 3rd party market for File Explorers had better be compelling... :wink:

[griph]

[quote="Jason Dunn"]

Originally Posted by CoffeeKid

Like what? I find myself needing something more powerful than File Explorer perhaps once a month - which isn't very often at all. What "should" they have added? Your reason for killing the 3rd party market for File Explorers had better be compelling... :wink:

I have to agree with Coffeekid on this. When you have a 128MB SD and a 128mb CF and 64mB RAm :AND: 6MB Ipaq File Store you just gotta have a decent File Explorer and the one built in just ain't up to it. I have Resco's version in my Start Up and it is used constantly. Why should I HAVE to pay for what is built into PC Windows and not built into PPC. Please Microsoft license Resco for the next update.

[Duncan]

I find nothing beats DEXplor - use of full screen and every function I could ever want a File Explorer to do.

[seatec]

I have to agree, DEXplor does everything that I need and more and is improving all the time. It does full featured exploring, task manager, and registry editor all in one. It replaced 3 of the programs I was using. :P