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The difference in file explorer between favorites and Quick links?


Favorites and Quick links in the Filemanager Q-Dir, a Favorite is for all four explorer Views and other settings!



Content:

1.) ... Favorites and Quick links difference!
2.) ... The Favorites save settings!
3.) ... Questions and answers about Windows favorites, Q-Dir, settings and co.!



Tip: Ctr+Q is the keyboard shortcut for Quick links!

Tip: ►► Manage The Quick-Links

1.) Favorites and Quick links difference!

The favorite is for all 4 directories and current view settings. Read This: How can i manage or delete the favorites

Quick-Link is a simple "Shortcut" to one of folders, of course can be used to launch a program. You can use the Quick-Link's also for another program!
Read This: open files by using programs from that same location 

You can create Quick-link for program starts,use the windows "Create Shortcut" wizard via Right Click and "New".  
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See also : start with a favorite setting || Default bold font is killing my eyes! || change the colour of the header bar

(Image-1) Favorites and Quick-Links!
Favorites and Quick-Links!
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2.) The Favorites save settings!

The Favorite saves also:
1. View settings (Splitter,...)
2. With the current view and window size
3. Main Window Placement 

But your can enable this options!  (... see Image-2 Point 1)

(Image-2) Favorites save settings in Q-Dir!
Favorites save settings  in Q-Dir!

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Q-Dir is an alternative file explorer for Windows. It offers some additional features and customization options compared to the standard Windows File Explorer. In Q-Dir you can also create favorites for quick access to frequently used folders. How to create favorites in Q-Dir:

Q-Dir is a free file manager for Windows that allows users to view up to four folder windows at the same time. Favorites are a useful feature in Q-Dir that allows you to open frequently used folders quickly and easily.

Use favorites for folders that you use frequently, such as: B. for your desktop, your documents, your music and your pictures.

Organize your favorites into folder groups to make them easier to find. Use the search function in the favorites bar to quickly find a specific favorite.

The exact steps and menu options may vary slightly depending on the version of Q-Dir, as there are different versions and setting options. However, this general guide is intended to help you create and manage favorites in Q-Dir.


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3.) Questions and answers about Windows Favorites, Q-Dir, Settings and Co.!


1. What is the difference between favorites and quick links in File Explorer?

Favorites in File Explorer take all four directories and the current view into account, while quick links simply serve as a quick directory selection.

2. What is the function of quick links in File Explorer?

Quick links serve as a quick directory selection for the individual Explorer views.

3. Is there a keyboard shortcut to call up quick links in File Explorer?

Yes, the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Q allows you to call up quick links in File Explorer.

4. Can quick links be used to start programs?

Yes, quick links are simple shortcuts and can be used to start programs.

5. How can I manage and delete favorites in File Explorer?

Favorites in File Explorer can be deleted by right-clicking or managed via the favorites bar.

6. What storage options do favorites offer in File Explorer?

Favorites in File Explorer can save settings such as splitter, current view and window size.

7. How can I view settings for favorites in File Explorer?

The settings for favorites in File Explorer can be viewed in the corresponding dialog box or via the favorites bar.

8. What is meant by "saving settings" for favorites in File Explorer?

"Saving settings" for favorites in File Explorer refers to saving options such as splitter positions and window size.

9. Is there a way to customize favorite settings in File Explorer?

Yes, various options allow to customize favorite settings in File Explorer.

10. What options are taken into account when saving favorites in File Explorer?

When saving favorites in File Explorer, options such as settings, current view and window size are taken into account.

11. How can I start with a specific favorite setting?

You can start with a specific favorite setting by selecting the desired setting and then opening File Explorer.

12. What does Q-Dir offer as an alternative file explorer for Windows?

Q-Dir offers additional features and customization options compared to the standard Windows File Explorer.

13. Can Q-Dir create favorites for frequently used folders?

Yes, Q-Dir allows you to create favorites to quickly access frequently used folders.

14. What additional features does Q-Dir offer compared to the standard File Explorer?

Q-Dir allows you to view up to four folder windows at once and offers additional customization options compared to the standard File Explorer.

15. How can I organize favorites in Q-Dir?

You can organize favorites in Q-Dir by grouping them into folder groups and using the search function to quickly find specific favorites.

16. Is there a search function for favorites in Q-Dir?

Yes, Q-Dir offers a search function in the favorites bar to quickly find a specific favorite.

17. How do the steps to create and manage favorites vary depending on the Q-Dir version?

The steps to create and manage favorites may vary slightly depending on the Q-Dir version as there are different versions and setting options.

18. What File Explorer problems can occur on Windows 10?

On Windows 10, problems such as favorites errors and desktop shortcut issues can occur.

19. How can I fix desktop shortcut problems on Windows 10?

You can fix desktop shortcut issues in Windows 10 by checking them and re-creating them if necessary.

20. Which Windows keyboard shortcut opens quick links in File Explorer?

The Ctrl + Q keyboard shortcut opens quick links in File Explorer.

21. How can I create favorites for different Explorer views in File Explorer?

Favorites for different Explorer views in File Explorer can be created by adding the desired directories to the favorites.



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FAQ 12: Updated on: 9 June 2024 20:56 Windows


► ► ► ► ... more information about the software Q-DIR     

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Forward and back-navigation and keep selection of objects in all Explorer Views!


Here is the solution how to keep selected object in Explorer View, at back and forward navigation this solution is for Windows 10, 8.1, 7
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File Explorer view column and view settings are not saved, Why no?


If you wish, that the column settings will be saved, of all Explorer view in Q-Dir and icon size, please enable this option Content / Tip / Solutions: 1.
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Transfer, Reset the Explorer View settings of columns in Q-Dir, how to?


It is very easy to transfer the view settings in Q-Dir from one explorer list view to another explorer view in Q-Dir
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Error message: You might not have enough rights!


You have installed Q-Dir directly from the zip folder. Windows Vista includes many security features and improvements to protect client computers
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Clone eg transfer the folder from Explorer View-1 to View-2?


To transfer the folder from View-1 to View-2 ergo clone the tab or each explorer view in Q-Dir Press click with the right mouse button
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Preview PDF files of Adobe and other Images from Explorer views?


The preview of PDF files works even if you have made the following settings in Quad Explorer for Windows 11, 10, etc. Content: 1. PDF preview Acrobat
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How can i manage, bacup or delete the favorites for all Explorer Views in Q-Dir?


It is easy to manage the Favorites in the file manager, this is responsible for all four Explorer list views Content: 1. Organize the Favorites in

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  My question is not there in the FAQ
Asked questions on this answer:
  1. Hello, just started using the famose File Explorer for Windows on Windows 10 this weak been doing alot tweaks. It is a great program. I am having a hard time with favorites. Favorites does not just open the favorite folder in a tab it closes the rest of the tabs I have open. Is there way to keep existing tabs open? I unchecked everything in the save favorites dialog but same behaviour.
  2. Where does q-dir creates favorites folder?
  3. Difference between quick link and favorites bar?
  4. Difference between links and favourites xp Q-Dir?
  5. One suggestion I have is to have the ability to have a side window for bookmarks and shortcuts. A single click in this window will open the shortcut in the currently active tab. Cubic explorer has this feature which is very handy, but it does not have split windows.
  6. Difference between links and favorites in in Q-Dir not IE?
  7. What is the difference between favorites and links?
  8. What is the difference bitween links and favorites?
  9. When using a favorites link, the Q-dir window will jump to a different location (when being used in NON maximized mode).
  10. Difference between favorites and desktop shortcut?
  11. difference between Explorer Links and Favorites?
  12. I like the Quad-Explorer Q-Dir on the Windows 10, but when i open a favorite it opens in full screen. This is not what i want. I want it to open like i saved the favorite. Is this a setting?
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