What's the deal with Resco File Explorer?

[sublime]

I'm not sure what to make of it. I hear it's a great utility, but is it useful to anyone, or is it just a luxury? I tried it myself and found that it did what it did very well (explore files), but I could not see what the point of it was, when we already have a built in File Explorer.

I think my misunderstanding of it goes along with my misunderstanding of these so-called "Registry Keys." What the hell are they, and what does Resco allow me to do with them?

[tanalasta]

I think my misunderstanding of it goes along with my misunderstanding of these so-called "Registry Keys." What the hell are they, and what does Resco allow me to do with them?

Registry keys are where the device/programs store important information which are essential in the running/operating of these programs. These include user settings, device settings, program locations and registration info amongst many other things. Resco file explorer provides an in-built registry editor that lets you manually tweak many of the above settings (e.g. default font size, colour, pop-up messages) but i really wouldn't recommend this unless you knew exactly what you were doing as if you screw it up, chances are you'll freeze your device.

As for why you ought to use resco file explorer? It has many functions that make it more user friendly and more powerful than the default pocketpc explorer. Much like those found in the desktop windows file explorer. These include the double view, multi-select, drag and drop, zip and encryption abilities. And of course - find (although i find the fact that double clicking on a search result doesn't open it). If you don't need it then don't get it... i think of the program as a luxury over the default explorer but a very nice one :) I use it on a regular basis.

[Godsongz]

The default explorer is just way too weak, Resco is one of the very 1st apps I install after a hard reset.

[KH]

Yes, it is one of my most used utilities as well - things like being able to view 'Properties' and edit shortcuts just can't be done with the default explorer.

[tanalasta]

Actually, if you're patient with the default explorer and twiddle a bit it is possible to cut/copy/paste shortcut links using it. Alternatively, i used to do most of my "file exploring" using activesync and my desktop.

But sublime... on sale, resco file explorer is one of the better utilities out there. Along with pocketinformant, pocketbackup plus it's one of those things that you might think you can live without (and probably can) but once you do get it, you wonder how on earth you lived without it in the first place! ahhh... so easy to indulge in luxuries these days 8)

[Anthony Caruana]

Like some of the others Resco File Explorer is practically madatory for me. As well as a very nice file explorer, I use the registry editor (handy for getting rid of the vestiges of uninstalled applications) and zip utility for opening zip files. In addition it is a quick and easy way to check the remaining space on your device and storage cards (tap-hold | Properties)

[qmrq]

I use Total Commander CE myself. It's free.

[blang]

I used total commander for awhile and was very happy with it until I tried Resco. I would recommend it if you are in and out of explore moving, copy, etc. files. It is so much easier. In addition, it was a zip program which is very handy.

[Andy Whiteford]

Resco File Explorer is also great if you have your PPC connected to a network as you can map drives and access network resources through it.

[nosmohtac]

How do you map network drives with Resco explorer? I have been trying to figure this out for a while now.
I didn't realize you could use it as a registry editor, but I don't see how you would do that either.

[Anthony Caruana]

How do you map network drives with Resco explorer? I have been trying to figure this out for a while now.

I'm using Resco Explorer 2003. On the toolbar, the second last button (looks like a can with a hand under it) gives you a Map Drive Option

I didn't realize you could use it as a registry editor, but I don't see how you would do that either.

Go to Start | Programs. There will be a Resco Registry icon (assuming you're using Resco Explorer 2003)

[Andy Whiteford]

How do you map network drives with Resco explorer? I have been trying to figure this out for a while now.
I didn't realize you could use it as a registry editor, but I don't see how you would do that either.


Depends on what version you are running but if you have a more recent version:

Under options/Add-Ins you can opt show 'My Network' as a root or as a folder in the Explorer. Make sure you are connected to your network and that you have the drive you wish to map to on your desktop, for example, shared. Find 'My Network' in Explorer and hold on it and select Map Drive. Just enter the path you need and it will prompt for password etc. if required.

Under options/Add-Ins you can select 'My Registry' as an active Add-In. It will now appear in the Explorer. There is also a Registry tab under options where you can set confirmation settings and views for the registry.
Just be careful what you change as always!