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Captain's Deck

captains-deck · v1.4.8.3 • auto-updates

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Dual-pane file manager inspired by Norton Commander

Captain's Deck screenshot
brew install --cask captains-deck
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Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
Licensed +0
Auto-updates +1
Not deprecated +1
New (<1yr) +0
Low installs +0

Version History

v1.4.8.3
1d ago1.4.8.21.4.8.3
7d ago1.4.81.4.8.2
10d ago1.4.71.4.8
14d ago1.4.6.41.4.7
15d ago1.4.6.31.4.6.4
20d ago1.4.6.21.4.6.3
29d ago1.4.6.11.4.6.2
1mo ago1.4.61.4.6.1
1mo ago1.4.51.4.6
1mo ago1.4.4.61.4.5

+ 20 older versions

Review

Mar 10, 2026

Captain's Deck is a dual-pane file manager for macOS inspired by Norton Commander, offering a retro yet functional interface. It features keyboard shortcuts, quick navigation, and a minimalistic design, making it ideal for power users or those who prefer a nostalgic file management experience.

Provides a dual-pane file management interface with keyboard shortcuts and quick navigation tools.

Maturity: The app appears to be actively maintained, with auto-updates enabled, though its community traction is limited.

Community: Captain's Deck has received minimal attention on Hacker News, with brief mentions highlighting its nostalgic appeal and functionality but little sustained discussion.

Pros

  • + Dual-pane navigation reminiscent of classic file managers
  • + Keyboard shortcuts for power users
  • + Minimalistic and clean interface
  • + Open-source and actively maintained

Cons

  • - Lacks some modern file manager features
  • - Niche appeal may limit its broad adoption

Community Mentions

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