Far Manager Plugins

Creates a scratchpad panel to collect files from different locations — copy/move files here, then commit changes elsewhere.

As of 2024-2025, the Far Manager community remains active. The shift toward Lua scripting (native Macros) and Rust-based plugins (via the far-net bindings) is gaining momentum. The far2l (Linux port) project has also brought many Windows plugins to Unix-like systems via emulation layers. far manager plugins

Expect to see more AI-integrated plugins soon—imagine pressing Ctrl + Alt + A to have an LLM explain a complex log file or generate a regex for your FindAndReplace command. Creates a scratchpad panel to collect files from

Some notable Far Manager plugins include: Traditional graphical file managers (e

“Far Manager Plugins: Extending a Classic File Manager for Power Users”

Traditional graphical file managers (e.g., Windows Explorer) often prioritize mouse interaction and visual appeal over speed and scriptability. Conversely, orthodox file managers (OFMs) like Far Manager emphasize keyboard-driven commands, dual-panel layouts, and extensibility. Released in 1996 by Eugene Roshal (author of RAR archiver), Far Manager has survived decades of UI evolution due to its modular design. The plugin API allows developers to hook into nearly every aspect of the manager—file panels, editor, viewer, dialog system, and command line.

Plugins are dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) placed in the %FARPROFILE%\Plugins directory. Upon startup, Far Manager loads these modules, integrating their functionality as native operations. This paper systematically reviews prominent plugins, their use cases, and architectural patterns.