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Files, Your Way

Multi-pane layouts, workspaces, native network protocols, and on-device AI features. The Finder alternative for power users.

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macOS 14+ (Sonoma) • Apple Silicon & Intel • One-time purchase

LudyFiles dual-pane file manager showing sidebar, file browser, and preview panel
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Everything You Need

A file manager built for power users who demand more than Finder can offer.

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Multi-Pane Layouts

10+ layout options with 1, 2, 3, or 4 panes. Work with multiple folders side by side like a pro.

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Workspaces

Save and restore your layout, folders, and tabs. Jump between projects instantly with a single click.

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Portal Shelf

Floating file staging area that stays on top. Drag files in, navigate elsewhere, drag files out.

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Preview Panel

Rich file preview with metadata, star ratings, tags, and quick actions. Open, Reveal, Copy Path in one click.

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Smart Sidebar

Favorites, Workspaces, iCloud Drive, Locations, Recents, and Tags - everything organized in one place.

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Archive Browsing

Browse ZIP contents like folders. Extract individual files without unzipping the entire archive.

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Batch Rename

Add, remove, replace text. Insert at position. Full regex support with live preview.

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Quick Look

Press Space to preview any file. Navigate through files while previewing. Native macOS integration.

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Navigate Like a Pro

Familiar shortcuts for Finder users, with power user additions.

Shortcut Action
⌘1/2/3 View modes
⌘[/] Navigate
⌘U Enclosing Folder
⇧⌘G Go to Folder
⌘Y Quick Look
⇧⌘. Show Hidden
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What's Coming Next

Network protocols, AI features, and cross-device sync - all planned for future releases.

Phase 2
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Network Protocols

Native SFTP, WebDAV, and S3 support. Connect to servers without third-party tools.

Phase 3
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Ludy Tidy (AI)

AI-powered auto-categorize and smart rename. On-device processing with Gemma LLM.

Phase 3
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Semantic Search

"Find the contract from last week" - search by meaning, not just filename.

Phase 3
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Ludy Link

Cross-device file sharing between Mac and iPhone. Universal clipboard for files.

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macOS 14+ • Direct download (not App Store sandboxed)