Desktop Manager

A Raycast extension to search and organize your desktop files.

Inspired by the Downloads Manager extension.

Features

• Manage Desktop: Browse and organize all files on your desktop
• Quick Actions: Fast access to your most recent desktop files
• File Operations: Open, copy, delete, and show files in Finder
• Configurable: Customize desktop folder path and deletion behavior

Commands

Manage Desktop

Browse and organize all files on your desktop with a clean interface. Features:

• File list with icons and last modified dates
• Quick actions (open, copy, delete, show in Finder)
• Keyboard shortcuts for efficient navigation

Quick Actions

• Open Latest Desktop File: Instantly open the most recent file
• Copy Latest Desktop File: Copy the latest file to clipboard
• Show Latest Desktop File: Show the latest file in Finder
• Delete Latest Desktop File: Delete the most recent file
• Paste Latest Desktop File: Paste the latest file to the active app

Configuration

Access preferences to customize:

• Desktop Folder: Set custom desktop folder path (default: ~/Desktop)
• Latest File Order: Choose how to determine the "latest" file (modified, created, added, or birth time)
• Deletion Behavior: Choose between moving to trash or permanent deletion
• Show Hidden Files: Toggle visibility of hidden files (via command preferences)

Installation

1. Install via Raycast Store or
2. Clone this repository and run npm run dev for development

Usage

1. Open Raycast (⌘ + Space)
2. Type "Desktop Manager" or "Manage Desktop"
3. Browse your desktop files or use quick actions for instant access

Keyboard Shortcuts

• ⌘ + R: Reload desktop files
• ⌘ + Shift + C: Copy file
• ⌘ + O: Open with specific application
• ⌘ + Y: Toggle Quick Look
• Ctrl + X: Delete file
• Ctrl + Shift + X: Delete all desktop files

Requirements

• macOS
• Raycast
• Desktop folder access permissions