the-archive-browser ☆
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Description:
Browse the contents of archives
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.11.2,111,1504018288@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @theunarchiver  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: macos archive utility file-manager compression
Install: brew install --cask the-archive-browser
About:
The Archive Browser is a macOS utility that allows users to inspect and extract contents from various archive formats without fully decompressing them. It integrates with Finder to provide Quick Look previews and seamless access to archived files, acting like a transparent filesystem for archives. This tool streamlines workflows by eliminating the need for separate extraction steps when accessing archived data.
Key Features:
  • Support for multiple archive formats including ZIP, RAR, 7z, and TAR
  • Finder integration with Quick Look previews and seamless file browsing
  • Drag-and-drop extraction and ability to open files directly from archives
  • Lightweight native macOS application with a simple interface
Use Cases:
  • Quickly browsing and extracting files from downloaded archives without creating temporary folders
  • Inspecting the contents of compressed project files or backups before deciding to extract
  • Managing large collections of archived documents or media files efficiently
Alternatives:
  • Keka – Keka is a full-featured archiver with compression abilities, while The Archive Browser focuses primarily on browsing and extraction with Finder integration
  • The Unarchiver – The Unarchiver is a broader extraction tool that handles many formats but lacks the integrated browsing interface of The Archive Browser
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jul 10, 2024 1:15pm 1.11.2,111,1504018288 0 VERSION_BUMP 3f4681f0
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