Vifm
Vim-like terminal file manager for power users

Vifm is an open-source, terminal-based file manager that brings Vim-style keybindings and command-line conventions to file navigation and management. It supports features like dual-pane views, directory tree comparison, FUSE filesystems, color schemes, and extensive scripting. It runs cross-platform on GNU/Linux, BSD, Solaris, Windows, and macOS.
Vifm provides a terminal UI with Vim-style keybindings, dual-pane file browsing, and extensive configuration options for managing files without leaving the command line.
developers and power users who prefer terminal-based workflows
Background.
- Status
- launched
- Business model
- open-source
Founders
- xaizekgithub
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