FileExplorerApp

FileExplorerApp is a simple and intuitive file management application designed to help users browse, organize, and manage files and directories on their device. It provides a dual-pane interface for easy file navigation and operations such as copying, moving, deleting, and renaming files and folders.

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Features

• Drive Navigation: Automatically detects and lists all drives on your system for quick access.
• Folder and File Browsing: Browse through directories and view their contents, including files and subdirectories.
• File and Folder Operations:
  • Open Files: Open any file directly with its associated program.
  • Copy: Copy files or folders to a different location.
  • Move: Move files or folders between locations using arrow buttons.
  • Delete: Delete files or folders with confirmation prompts to prevent accidental deletion.
• Navigation Shortcuts:
  • Navigate to parent directories using ...
  • Reload drives using ..
• Detailed View:
  • Displays file and folder attributes such as name, type (file or folder), and size.
• Open Files: Open files directly from the app using the default system application.
• Dual-Pane Interface: Manage files and folders efficiently with left and right panes.
• Error Handling: Gracefully handles errors like unauthorized access, invalid selections, or unexpected failures.

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Tech Stack

The FileExplorerApp is built using the following technologies:

• Programming Language: C#
• Framework: .NET Framework (Windows Forms)
• IDE: Visual Studio
• Version Control: Git
• Operating System: Windows

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Installation

To install and run the FileExplorerApp, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Youssef155/FileExplorerApp.git
   

2. Open the Solution:

   • Navigate to the cloned directory.
   • Open FileExplorerApp.sln with Visual Studio.

3. Build the Solution:

   • Restore NuGet packages if prompted.
   • Build the solution using Ctrl+Shift+B.

4. Run the Application:

   • Press F5 or click on the "Start" button in Visual Studio.

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Usage

1. Launch the App: Open the application after building it.

2. Navigate Files:

   • Use the left and right panes to browse files and folders.
   • Click on a folder to navigate into it.
   • Use . to return to the root drives and .. to go up one directory level.

3. Perform File Operations:

   • Copy: Select a file or folder in one pane and click the Copy button to copy it to the other pane.
   • Move: Use the arrow buttons (← or →) to move files or folders between panes.
   • Delete: Select a file or folder and click the Delete button to remove it (with confirmation).

4. Open Files: Double-click on a file to open it with the default system application.