Finder (software)
Finder is the default file manager and graphical user interface shell used on all macOS operating systems. It is responsible for the overall user-management of files, disks, and network volumes, and is the first application that users interact with after logging into the system.
Features[edit | edit source]
Finder provides a variety of features to enhance the user experience on macOS:
- File management: Finder allows users to create, delete, move, and organize files and folders. It supports drag and drop functionality and provides a context menu for quick actions.
- Search functionality: Integrated with Spotlight, Finder offers powerful search capabilities to locate files and folders quickly.
- View options: Users can view files in different modes such as icon view, list view, column view, and cover flow.
- Tags: Finder supports tagging of files and folders, allowing users to organize and find items based on custom tags.
- Quick Look: This feature allows users to preview files without opening them in a separate application.
- iCloud integration: Finder integrates with iCloud, enabling users to access their files across multiple Apple devices.
History[edit | edit source]
Finder has been a core component of the Macintosh operating system since its inception in 1984. Over the years, it has evolved significantly, incorporating new features and design changes with each major release of macOS.
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