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PowerToys run: Open folder in new win11 explorer tab #21353

Open kterzides opened 2 years ago

kterzides commented 2 years ago

Description of the new feature / enhancement

I'd like the possibility (by option), to be able to open a folder as a new tab in the new mutli-tab Windows Explorer in 22H2 (instead of a new window). The idea is if an explorer window already exists, then add a tab there, otherwise open a new window.

I am not sure if this is even possible, that is if a relevant api exists, but I think it would be a great idea to avoid cluttering the desktop with multiple windows.

Scenario when this would be used?

Normal everyday use

Supporting information

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jamesbrindle commented 9 months ago

+1 for me on this one.

I think it's entirely possible, and a great idea. I've been looking for something myself and someone has created the start of it:

https://github.com/w4po/ExplorerTabUtility

I believe it uses FlaUI to do this, but unfortunately it's a little slow. Also you can't drag out the tab into a new window or open anything in a 'new window'.

I might have a crack at trying to implement the desired features, if I can.