Link Shell Extension Hermann Schinagl
winget install --id=HermannSchinagl.LinkShellExtension -e Link Shell Extension (LSE) provides for the creation of Hardlinks, Junctions, Volume Mountpoints, and Symbolic Links, (herein referred to collectively as Links) a folder cloning process that utilises Hardlinks or Symbolic Links and a copy process taking care of Junctions, Symbolic Links, and Hardlinks. LSE, as its name implies is implemented as a Shell extension and is accessed from Windows Explorer, or similar file/folder managers. The extension allows the user to select one or many files or folders, then using the mouse, complete the creation of the required Links - Hardlinks, Junctions or Symbolic Links or in the case of folders to create Clones consisting of Hard or Symbolic Links. LSE is supported on all Windows versions that support NTFS, Windows 7/8/10. Hardlinks, Junctions and Symbolic Links are NOT supported on FAT file systems, and nor is the Cloning and Smart Copy process supported on FAT file systems.
Link Shell Extension (LSE) is a shell extension tool designed to simplify the creation and management of Hardlinks, Junctions, Volume Mountpoints, and Symbolic Links in Windows. It provides users with an intuitive interface to create these links directly from Windows Explorer, eliminating the need for command-line tools or external utilities.
Key Features:
- Hardlink, Junction, and Symbolic Link Creation: Create multiple types of links (Hardlinks, Junctions, Volume Mountpoints, and Symbolic Links) for files and folders.
- Batch Processing: Select one or more files/folders to create links in bulk, streamlining the process for large-scale operations.
- Folder Cloning with Hardlinks/Symbolic Links: Clone entire folder structures using Hardlinks or Symbolic Links, reducing storage duplication while maintaining accessibility across multiple locations.
- Smart Copy Process: Handle Junctions, Symbolic Links, and Hardlinks during copy operations to avoid duplicating data unnecessarily.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for system administrators, developers, and advanced users who need efficient file management without duplicating large datasets. LSE helps users manage storage more effectively by creating references (links) instead of duplicate files, saving disk space while maintaining the illusion of multiple copies across different locations.
Supported on Windows 7/8/10 with NTFS file systems, LSE integrates seamlessly into the Windows environment through its shell extension interface, making it a powerful tool for users who require precise control over file and folder management. It can be installed via winget, ensuring easy setup and integration into existing workflows.