SageThumbs Cherubic Software
winget install --id=CherubicSoftware.SageThumbs -e SageThumbs is a shell extension designed to enhance image preview capabilities in Windows Explorer. It enables users to view thumbnails of various image formats directly within the file explorer, streamlining image management and organization.
Key Features:
- Extensive Image Format Support: SageThumbs supports over 162 image formats through the GFL Library, with additional support for up to 26 more formats via XnView plugins if installed.
- Context Menu Preview: Users can right-click on an image file and view its thumbnail directly in the context menu without opening the file.
- Extended Info Tips: Provides detailed information about image files when hovering over them in Explorer.
- One-Click Conversion and Actions: Offers options to convert images, set as wallpaper, copy to clipboard, or send by email directly from the context menu.
- External Plugin Support: Can utilize external XnView plugins for enhanced functionality, with automatic detection of plugin locations based on system architecture.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for users managing large collections of image files in Windows Explorer. SageThumbs saves time and effort by eliminating the need to open separate applications or convert files manually for previewing purposes.
System Requirements: Compatible with Windows XP through Windows 10, both 32-bit and 64-bit versions, requiring approximately 5 MB of disk space plus additional cache storage.
Limitations & Considerations: Notably, SageThumbs has not been updated since 2017 and does not support modern formats like WebP or JPG2000. Users may need to install GhostScript for certain file types (e.g., AI, PS, EPS, PDF) to enable full functionality.
Installation: Available via winget for seamless installation on compatible systems.
SageThumbs is a valuable tool for efficiently managing and previewing image files within the Windows environment.