command-x ☆

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Description:
Cut and paste files in Finder

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.5.1-1741281408,q29jqhoble8xbtvypmmkx,oo97q4f6g9mwjyqmhjakbr7to@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | @sindresorhus | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: finder productivity file-management macos utility

Install: brew install --cask command-x

About:
Command-X is a macOS utility that brings the classic cut-and-paste functionality for files and folders to Finder. It allows users to select files, press Command-X to 'cut' them, navigate to a destination folder, and press Command-V to move them. This workflow mirrors standard text editing shortcuts, providing a more intuitive and efficient way to manage files compared to the default drag-and-drop or copy-paste methods.

Key Features:

Enables standard cut-and-paste shortcuts (Command-X, Command-V) for files in Finder
Provides visual feedback to indicate which files are 'cut' and pending a move
Integrates seamlessly with macOS Finder without requiring external applications
Lightweight and unobtrusive, following native macOS design principles

Use Cases:

Rearranging files across different folders or drives without dragging windows
Moving multiple selected files from a deep directory structure to a new location
Streamlining file organization workflows for power users accustomed to keyboard shortcuts

Alternatives:

Finder (Native) – Finder supports copy-paste (Command-C, Command-V) but lacks native cut-paste for files, requiring drag-and-drop for moves.
Path Finder – A full-featured Finder replacement with built-in cut-paste, but is a paid, heavy alternative compared to this lightweight utility.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:16pm	1.5.1-1741281408,q29jqhoble8xbtvypmmkx,oo97q4f6g9mwjyqmhjakbr7to	0	VERSION_BUMP	9d1e25e0