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PowerShell vs. Quad File Explorer, The File Management Showdown!


Imagine you're cleaning up your hard drive again. Your goal: to clear out the "Downloads" folder , which is now more chaotic than a messy attic. 🏚️






TIP: >>  Start PowerShell commands directly in Explorer address bar with current directory!


Situation: "Sort or delete a file – what could go wrong?"






1. Scenario 1: With PowerShell – The script disaster
2. Scenario 2: With the Quad File Explorer (Q-Dir) – Convenience wins
3. Q-Dir: What if?
4. Conclusion: PowerShell and Q-Dir in harmony








1.) Scenario 1: With PowerShell – The script disaster



You want to make things easier for yourself and decide to use PowerShell because you have heard: “Professionals always use it!”

- You open PowerShell and type:
Remove-Item -Path C:\Users\DeinName\Downloads\* -Recurse -Force

- "Wow, I feel like an IT administrator!" you think proudly as the files disappear in a flash.

- Suddenly you realize: "Damn, I only wanted to delete old ZIP files, not EVERYTHING!" 😱

- An undo button? No way. Your files are gone forever, and you spend the rest of the evening using data recovery software.

- Lesson learned : Next time, test beforehand or at least use `-WhatIf`. 😅







2.) Scenario 2: Using the Quad File Explorer (Q-Dir) – Convenience wins



You open the Quad File Explorer , which offers you four views at once. 🖥️🖥️🖥️🖥️

- You sort the Downloads folder by file type and mark all ZIP files with the mouse - no commands, no stress.

- With a simple right-click > Delete you send the files to the trash .

- After two minutes you remember that an important ZIP file was there. No problem: you open the trash and get it back.

- Everything is done, and you leave the matter with a relaxed smile. 😌







3.) Q-Dir: What if?



- What if PowerShell was more error-friendly?
- You'd have less stress, but you'd no longer be able to show off how tech-savvy you are 😉
- Thanks to the `-WhatIf` or `-Confirm` switch, you can avoid potential errors - if you think of it!


- What if there was no Quad File Explorer?
- Your windows would be crowded, and you'd constantly be clicking through folders to compare files.
- The benefit of having four views at once would be lost, and drag-and-drop work would be much more tedious.







4.) Conclusion: PowerShell and Q-Dir in harmony




- PowerShell is unbeatable if you want to automate , but you have to be careful and precise.

- Q-Dir, on the other hand, makes manual file management a breeze - fast, secure and convenient.

- Combine both tools to get the best of both worlds: write scripts in PowerShell, verify them securely and manage files visually in Q-Dir.


(Image-1) PowerShell vs. Quad File Explorer, The Showdown of File Management!
PowerShell vs. Quad File Explorer, The File Management Showdown!


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FAQ 157: Updated on: 30 December 2024 12:35 Windows


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Automatically save the current session in Q-Dir favorites?


Question: I often work with favorites in Q-Dir and open additional tabs. When I switch to another favorite and then return, the newly opened tabs are gone.
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The wrong program opens a file in Explorer View, why?


Press with the right mouse button on the file and select. ► Open With ► Choose Program See also
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What is the meaning of the "red" files in Explorer Views on Windows?


This is the predefined color syntax by the Color-Filter in the Filemanager Q-Dir, you can disable this in Explorer View Setings
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How can i create a New-Folder in File-Explorer Views?


It is very easy to create create a new Folder in the Explorer View of Q-Dir, here are the solutions and examples
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How can i start with a favorite setting for explorer views from Desktop?


Is very simple to start the file manager Q-Dir whit your favorite settings, to open favorite folders in Explorer View at Q-Dir Start
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How can I change the favorites folder in Quad-Directory-Explorer?


Its very easy to change the favorites folder for the alternative file Explorer for Windows 11, 10, etc. Simple, Open the ▼ Main Menu ▼ Favorites ▼

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