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Focus: disk usage and storage cleanup. Shares terminal and command line with eza. Same 4.6 rating.
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Desktop App
eza
A colourful, Git-aware replacement for the ls command.
Rating
4.6 / 5
Pricing
Free
Difficulty
Intermediate
Works on
macOS, Windows, Linux
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What is eza?
eza is a modern alternative to the ls command that lists files in the terminal. It uses colours to tell file types apart, understands symlinks, extended attributes and Git, and is described in its README as a small, fast, single binary. It is available for Windows, macOS and Linux.
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Pros: what eza does well
- Colour-coded file types and permissions
- Shows Git status next to your files
- Single small program with no setup
Cons: where it falls short
- Terminal only, no window
- Output differs a little from classic ls
Who eza is for
Anyone who lists folders in the terminal and wants a clearer view.
Who can skip it
People who never use a command line.
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