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Desktop Frames+ vs Easy Context Menu
Both stand on desktop organization software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Desktop Frames+ offers several ways to organize and find desktop items, with profiles, sorting rules and backups. Its stated compatibility is limited to Windows 10/11 and user-writable locations.
Visit Desktop Frames+ Free plan Windows
Easy Context Menu provides a free way to add, arrange, and remove Windows right-click menu entries. Its broad Windows support is useful, but note the documented Windows 10 Explorer issue and the maker's warning about taking ownership of system files.
Visit Easy Context MenuThe facts
| Desktop Frames+ | Easy Context Menu | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | sordum.org |
| On desktop organization software | #11 of 47 | #15 of 47 |
Desktop Frames+: what it does well
- Supports multiple tabs and workspace profiles.
- Sorts incoming files using user-defined rules.
- Makes daily backups of layouts and shortcuts.
- Supports exporting frames or tabs.
- Free and open source.
What to know first
- Compatible with Windows 10/11 only.
- Only user-writable locations are compatible.
- Software is provided without warranty.
Easy Context Menu: what it does well
- Free and portable.
- Supports Windows 11 through XP.
- Provides built-in system and file actions.
- Can add custom programs to menus.
- Can block EXEs through Windows Firewall.
What to know first
- Windows 10 Explorer has a documented menu-entry bug.
- The maker warns against taking ownership of system files or folders.
- License prohibits selling the software and reverse engineering.
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