Repolode
Submit
aleksey-hoffman

aleksey-hoffman/sigma-file-manager

A free, open-source, modern file manager for Windows and Linux with tabs, split view, smart search, and an extension marketplace.

Open-source alternative to:Windows File ExplorerTotal Commander

View on GitHub
Stars
6,778
Forks
300
Open issues
203
Last commit
2 days ago

What is it?

Sigma File Manager is a desktop file explorer built with Electron and Vue, aimed at users who want a modern alternative to the default file manager on Windows and Linux. It covers everyday file work with tabs, a two-pane split view for moving files between folders, and a global search that tolerates typos, wrong case, and missing extensions.

Beyond basic navigation, it adds tags, a dashboard for favorites and recent locations, a filterable item list using glob patterns and property filters, and quick view previews for images, videos, audio, PDFs, and text. Zip archives can be created and extracted in the app, and on Windows it can serve as the default file manager and browse WSL distributions.

Network access includes LAN file sharing through a browser with QR codes and FTP, plus an alpha-stage option for SSHFS, NFS, SMB, and CIFS locations. An extension system and built-in marketplace add commands, pages, and features such as video downloading and media conversion.

Key features

  • 01Smart global search that tolerates typos and missing extensions
  • 02Tabs and two-pane split view for transferring files
  • 03Extension system with a built-in marketplace
  • 04LAN file sharing with browser access, QR codes, and FTP
  • 05Quick view previews for images, videos, audio, PDFs, and text
  • 06Tags, zip archive support, and a keyboard-friendly command palette

Use cases

  • Replacing the default File Explorer on Windows for everyday file management
  • Browsing and organizing files on Linux with tabs and split panes
  • Sharing a folder with devices on the same local network through a browser
  • Connecting to remote SSHFS, SMB, or NFS locations from one interface

Quick start

  1. 1

    Install on Windows with Winget

    winget install sfm
  2. 2

    Install on Linux with Snapcraft (edge channel)

    sudo snap install sigma-file-manager --edge
  3. 3

    Or download the installer or AppImage from the GitHub releases page

Things to know

  • Builds are provided only for Windows and Linux; macOS has no prebuilt binaries.
  • The license is not clearly identified in the project metadata.
  • Network locations (SSHFS, NFS, SMB, CIFS) are in Alpha stage.
  • The unsigned Windows installer may trigger antivirus warnings.

In collections

Windows apps and utilitiesDesktop GUI apps & toolkits

Topics

#file-manager#electron#vue#desktop-app#windows#linux#file-sharing#typescript#app#electron-app

FAQ

What is sigma-file-manager?
A free, open-source, modern file manager for Windows and Linux with tabs, split view, smart search, and an extension marketplace. Sigma File Manager is a desktop file explorer built with Electron and Vue, aimed at users who want a modern alternative to the default file manager on Windows and Linux. It covers everyday file work with tabs, a two-pane split view for moving files between folders, and a global search that tolerates typos, wrong case, and missing extensions.
Is sigma-file-manager free to use? What license does it have?
sigma-file-manager is open source under the Other license. Check the license terms before using it in commercial products.
Is sigma-file-manager still maintained?
Actively maintained. The last commit to sigma-file-manager was on Nov 5, 2026.
What can I use sigma-file-manager for?
Replacing the default File Explorer on Windows for everyday file management Browsing and organizing files on Linux with tabs and split panes Sharing a folder with devices on the same local network through a browser Connecting to remote SSHFS, SMB, or NFS locations from one interface
How do I install sigma-file-manager?
Install on Windows with Winget: winget install sfm Install on Linux with Snapcraft (edge channel): sudo snap install sigma-file-manager --edge Or download the installer or AppImage from the GitHub releases page
Where can I get sigma-file-manager?
The source code and installation instructions are on GitHub: https://github.com/aleksey-hoffman/sigma-file-manager

Summary generated by AI from the project's README. GitHub stats refresh daily.

Related projects