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FileBrowse - a media browser companion for Finder
Romain Guy at The Apple Blog has penned a nice walkthrough of an interesting new app called FileBrowse, which acts as more of a streamlined tool for media file browsing and manipulating tasks, as opposed to a full-fledged Finder replacement (cuz we all know how well that's going). FileBrowse makes use of subtle display and 3D elements to provide more information when rooting through folders of images, music and video. As you can see, it draws Windows XP-like thumbnails on folders of images, allowing one to peek at what's inside without actually having to crack it open. It also offers far more information (like metadata) when viewing items individually, and it even renders album artwork on music folders, along with video file previews, a unique visual grouping system, and more.
FileBrowse looks like an interesting app, so check out Romain's walkthrough if you've been feeling the Finder is a bit lacking in these departments lately. At $25 though, it probably won't be for everyone, but it's nice to see some new file browsing tools that focus on a few things, and doing them well.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
J.Y. said 5:10PM on 10-06-2006
I've played around with this and find it an exciting alternative to Adobe's clunky "Bridge" file browser app. But agree that reducing the cost might broaden its audience, considering its narrow functionality.
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Catt said 6:41PM on 10-07-2006
Its nice but $25 is a bit steep..
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Roundboy said 8:30PM on 10-06-2006
I really like the program and I agree with reducing price.
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Mr Lizard said 7:54AM on 10-07-2006
Hopefully the new Finder in Leopard will add proper media browsing. Thumbnail images in the save/open dialog box are an essential addition, Windows has had this feature for nearly six years now.
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Hugo said 9:54AM on 10-07-2006
Total Commander for Mac:
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Macmonster said 4:57PM on 10-08-2006
I like the way this works and will give it a try but $25 smackers is steep. Apple should buy it and integrate into Leopard.
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