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OpenFolder

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Overview

What it is

I built OpenFolder to make one simple thing fast — opening folders I use every day. It lives quietly in your macOS menu bar and gives you quick access to the places you actually work in — without digging through Finder or cluttering your Dock.

Intent

I need it when

Open the same file or folder with different applications depending on the task

OpenFolder allows users to set custom launch applications for any file and switch between editors from the menu bar, enabling quick tool switching without leaving the current context

Customize keyboard shortcuts and app behavior to match personal workflow and muscle memory

OpenFolder provides global shortcut support, customizable keyboard shortcuts, and alternate app configuration for specific files, enabling precision customization for power users

Reduce time spent navigating Finder to access frequently-used files, folders, and applications

OpenFolder pins essential work documents, project folders, and daily apps to the macOS menu bar for one-click access, eliminating deep folder navigation and keeping users in their workflow

Organize and manage frequently-accessed items with minimal setup friction

OpenFolder supports drag-and-drop to add favorites, creates secure bookmarks automatically, and allows batch import of files and folders, making organization effortless for power users

Browse folder contents and preview files directly from the menu bar without opening Finder

OpenFolder's Workspace Browser includes Tree, All Files, and Images views to scan entire folders from the menu bar, with double-click instant access and app switcher for quick file inspection

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User requires Windows or Linux support; OpenFolder is macOS-only (requires macOS 14.0 or later)
  • User needs cloud synchronization or cross-device file access; app stores data locally only with no iCloud sync
  • User requires deep folder navigation without menu bar constraints; app is menu-bar-first and designed for quick access, not comprehensive file browsing
  • User needs unlimited free features; free tier has limited workspaces and editors; Pro unlock required for unlimited access
  • User requires account-based subscription management; app works without an account and uses local storage only
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Pricing

Freemium with optional paid tiers: monthly subscription ($0.49/month), annual subscription ($3.99/year), or lifetime purchase ($7.99 one-time) View pricing