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Description:
Simple file manager written in bash

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: file-manager terminal bash cli productivity

Install: brew install fff

About:
Fff is a fast, terminal-based file manager written entirely in Bash, designed to be simple and lightweight. It provides a straightforward navigation system with minimal dependencies, making it ideal for servers and minimal environments. The tool focuses on speed and ease of use, offering a viable alternative to heavier file managers like ranger or mc.

Key Features:

Written in pure Bash with zero dependencies
Fast startup and navigation
Vim-like keybindings for power users
Supports bookmarks and file previews

Use Cases:

Managing files on headless Linux servers
Quick navigation in low-resource environments
Scripting and automation of file operations

Alternatives:

ranger – Ranger is more feature-rich with Python dependencies, while Fff is lighter and Bash-based.
mc – Midnight Commander offers a classic two-pane interface, whereas Fff uses a single-pane, minimalist approach.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
May 4, 2024 12:03pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	5a87adcd