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Manila vs Folder Preview Pro
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Manila
7.0Finder extension for changing folder colours
Folder Preview Pro
8.0Quick Look extension for folders
| Metric | Manila | Folder Preview Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 126 |
| 90-day Installs | 11 | 252 |
| 365-day Installs | 71 | 622 |
| Version | 1.0.1 | 2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 610 | 1 |
| GitHub Forks | 13 | - |
| Open Issues | 12 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | May 11, 2022 | Sep 22, 2025 |
Reviews
Manila
Manila is a Finder extension that allows users to customize folder colors, offering a unique way to visually organize files. It appeals to users who value visual cues for better file management.
Manila enables users to change folder colors directly from the Finder.
Pros
- + Enhances visual organization of files
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS Finder
- + Popular among developers with 610 GitHub stars
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some users report issues with color menu and extension visibility
Folder Preview Pro
Folder Preview Pro enhances macOS by enabling Quick Look previews for folders, displaying contents with actions and thumbnails. Ideal for users managing files frequently, it offers a seamless way to preview and interact with folders directly from Finder.
Enables Quick Look previews for folders, showing contents with actions and thumbnails.
Pros
- + Quick folder preview functionality
- + Actions and thumbnails for enhanced interaction
- + Auto-update feature for seamless updates
- + One-time purchase model with lifetime updates
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity and transparency
- - Unknown license and development language