superfile
What superfile is
superfile is a free, open-source terminal file manager built with Go and Bubble Tea. Designed for developers who work in the terminal, it handles copying, moving, deleting, renaming, fuzzy search, bulk operations, and image previews. A dual-pane layout can expand to multiple directory panes, with copy and paste between panels; archive support and a preview pane are included. Users can remap every hotkey and change themes, borders, and colors. The project lists more than 20 built-in themes, while community plugins add functions such as Git status, system monitoring, custom commands, metadata through exiftool, MD5 checksums, and directory jumping through zoxide. It supports Linux, macOS, and Windows, though Windows is not fully supported yet. Installation options include platform scripts and package managers. The installation guide recommends a Nerd Font, but superfile still works without one. Its stated focus is lightweight file and directory tasks rather than a more feature-packed terminal file manager. The project is MIT licensed and invites users to Discord, GitHub issues, and discussions for help and feedback.
Who it suits
superfile suits developers who want to handle everyday file and directory tasks from a terminal. It may be less suitable for users who need a more feature-packed terminal file manager or complete Windows support.
What it does well
- Handles common file operations and bulk tasks.
- Supports multiple directory panes and cross-panel copy-paste.
- Includes more than 20 built-in themes.
- Community plugins add extra functions.
- Works on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
What to know first
- Windows support is not yet complete.
- The project focuses on lightweight file and directory work.
- Checksum calculation may be slow for large files.
- A Nerd Font is recommended for installation.
Limits
The project describes superfile as suited to lightweight file or directory tasks rather than as feature-packed as some other terminal file managers. Windows support is not fully complete. The plugin documentation says checksum calculation reads the selected file and may be slow for large files.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Open-source superfile | MIT licensed · self-installed terminal application | Free |
As superfile.dev lists them, read 28 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the superfile website or project installation guide.
- Choose an installation route for Linux, macOS or Windows, such as a platform script or listed package manager.
- Install the application in your terminal.
- Consider using a Nerd Font for the recommended terminal setup; superfile also works without one.
- Use the project’s Discord community, GitHub issues or discussions for help.
Verdict
superfile offers core file management, previews, multiple panes, and customization in a free MIT-licensed terminal application. Its stated lightweight focus and incomplete Windows support are important limitations to consider.
Questions
Is superfile free?
Yes. The listed Open-source superfile plan costs nothing.
Is superfile open source?
Yes. The project describes it as open source and MIT licensed.
Which operating systems does it support?
The project lists Linux, macOS and Windows, while noting that Windows is not fully supported yet.
Who created superfile?
Yorukot is identified as the creator.
How can I install it?
Listed options include shell scripts for Linux and macOS, PowerShell, Winget, Scoop, Homebrew, Arch, NixOS, Pixi and X-CMD.
Does it require a Nerd Font?
The installation guide recommends one, but superfile works without it.
Facts from superfile's own pages
- Archive support
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- Checksum limitation
- The plugin documentation says calculating checksums reads the selected file and may be slow for large files. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Customization
- Users can remap every hotkey, choose themes, and adjust borders and colors. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Dual-pane layout
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- File operations
- It supports copying, moving, deleting, renaming, fuzzy search, bulk operations, and image preview. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- Installation
- Official installation methods include shell scripts for Linux and macOS, PowerShell, Winget, Scoop, Homebrew, Arch, NixOS, Pixi, and X-CMD. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- License
- The project describes itself as open source and MIT licensed. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Linux support
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- macOS support
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- Maker
- Yorukot is identified as the creator of superfile. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Panels
- Users can split into multiple directory panes and copy or paste across panels. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Plugin integrations
- The official plugin list includes metadata through exiftool, MD5 checksums, and smart directory jumping through zoxide. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Plugins
- Community plugins extend superfile with Git status integration, system monitoring, custom commands, and other functions. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Positioning limit
- The overview says superfile is suited to lightweight file or directory tasks and is not as feature-packed as some other terminal file managers. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Preview pane
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
- Product
- superfile is a modern terminal file manager built with Go and Bubble Tea. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Support
- The project invites users to join its Discord community and use GitHub issues and discussions for bugs, ideas, and help. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Supported systems
- The project lists Linux, macOS, and Windows support, while noting that Windows is not fully supported yet. · github.com, 28 Sept 2026
- System requirement
- The installation guide recommends using a Nerd Font in the terminal, although superfile still works without one. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Target users
- The product is crafted for developers who live in the terminal. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Themes
- The site lists more than 20 built-in themes, including Catppuccin, Nord, Tokyo Night, Dracula, Gruvbox, and Rose Pine. · superfile.dev, 28 Sept 2026
- Windows support
- Yes · superfile.dev, 21 Sept 2026
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