workspace customization Archives

Winsage

June 13, 2025

This file manager for Windows supports workspaces, dual pane browsing, and looks fantastic

Fileside is a file management application that offers a dual-pane view and customizable workspaces for specific projects, allowing users to save personalized layout views. Upon installation, it sets up a default workspace and provides extensive customization options for directory views. Users can preview files directly within the application by pressing the spacebar, facilitating quick access to media and documents. Fileside allows users to save and switch between different workspace configurations easily, streamlining file management compared to Windows 11 File Explorer. The application includes features such as a right-side toolbar for easy access to functions, the ability to display hidden files by default, and comprehensive keyboard navigation with customizable shortcuts. It integrates with local, external, and networked drives and is available for Windows and macOS, with a free trial and a license option.

Winsage

August 17, 2024

Microsoft’s PowerToys Workspaces will organize your apps, just so

Microsoft is introducing a feature called PowerToys Workspaces, which enhances application management across multiple monitors and builds on Windows Snap Layouts and virtual desktops. This feature, currently known as App Layouts, will be officially named Workspaces in the upcoming 0.84 revision of PowerToys. It allows users to organize applications in a preferred layout and open specific files upon launching. Users can capture their desktop layout using a shortcut, rearrange applications, and create multiple layouts similar to virtual desktops. Workspaces also offers advanced customization options, including precise window resizing and file loading upon application launch. The feature is expected to be integrated into existing PowerToys configurations, with no specific release date announced yet.