When managing files in Windows, most people stick to the built-in option and work with Explorer. While it is a reasonably capable tool, it is not always suitable for the more demanding user, and this is where Total Commander can help.

The program is an Explorer replacement tool with a dual window view designed to make copying and moving files from one folder to another easier. But the capabilities of Total Commander extend far beyond this. Can use a powerful search facility to hone in on files and folder comparison and synchronization tools, ideal for backups and web designers.

A Quick View panel is available to view a wide range of image formats, and integrated support for compressed files such as ZIP, ARJ, RAR, and CAB means that you can view the contents of archives without the need to extract them first. There is also an integrated FTP server, which means working with local files is virtually identical to working with those stored on a remote server.
Features of Total Commander

Two file windows side by side
Multiple languages and Unicode support
Enhanced search function
Compare files (now with editor) / synchronize directories
Quick View panel with bitmap display
ZIP, 7ZIP, ARJ, LZH, RAR, UC2, TAR, GZ, CAB, ACE archive handling + plugins
Built-in FTP client with FXP (server-to-server) and HTTP proxy support
Parallel port link, multi-rename tool
Tabbed interface, regular expressions, history+favorites buttons
Thumbnails view custom columns, enhanced search
Compare editor, cursor in lister, separate trees, logging, enhanced overwrite dialog, etc.
Unicode names almost everywhere, long names
USB port connection via special direct transfer cable