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Desktop Manager

Search and organize your desktop files
Overview

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
Compatibility
  • macOS
Source code