FileRunner

It might just look like one of those old-school applications, but FileRunner could be an indispensable help when trying to find a way to transfer files in an orderly manner, thus avoiding any problems that may arise when trying to swap or simply move files from one side to the other. Added File Transfer Protocol abilities make this application useful even when trying to move files from one side of your network connection to the other.

You've probably seen these types of applications before. The split-screen view aims to help users deal with the jumble that sometimes happens when moving files from one location to the other. You get things mixed up and become less productive. The tools, placed in-between the two windows, are somewhat innovative. You have access to all the different actions right in the middle of your screen. That is indeed ease-of-access. The actions in the middle pane range from accessing properties, copy, paste and delete commands, to renaming and viewing actions or more complex activities.

The most interesting aspect of this application lies in the FTP capabilities. Basically, it works the same, only instead of having two directories opened in each window, one of them is actually a network location, either on another PC or device or simply somewhere on the internet. Either way, it's easier to deal with this type of file transfer through this application. One particular use could be to transfer media files between your PC and console. Resync your directories if they fail to load, unpack files right there on the spot, or simply print directly from within the app.

FileRunner is an application that even though does not manage to impress with its looks, manages to catch one's eye with the functionality it offers, the fact that it can simplify transfers over the network, and ultimately run without having the need to be installed. It's accessible and very useful if you're looking to transfer files in a more organized fashion.