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DarkThumbs fire-eggs

cbr cbz epub explorer-shell-extension explorer-thumbnails fb2 kindle mobi shell-extension
Use this command to install DarkThumbs:
winget install --id=fire-eggs.DarkThumbs -e

Thumbnail preview support for ebooks and various archive formats in Windows File Explorer. V2.0 adds DJVU and 7Z/CB7 support! V2.1 fixes broken CB7 support, adding it as a selectable option. Supported formats: - EPUB, FB2, Kindle (MOBI, AZW, AZW3) - DJVU / DJV, CB7, CBZ. CBR - 7Z, RAR, ZIP (ZIP, PHZ, GGB) - PHZ, GGB

DarkThumbs is a shell extension tool designed to enhance Windows Explorer by adding thumbnail previews for ebooks and various archive formats. It supports EPUB, FB2, DJVU, Kindle (MOBI, AZW, AZW3), 7Z, CB7, CBZ, CBR, RAR, and ZIP files, providing a visual preview directly within the file explorer.

Key Features:

  • Thumbnail Preview Support: Enables quick visualization of ebook content and archive covers without opening the files.
  • Wide Format Compatibility: Supports a broad range of popular ebook and archive formats for versatile use across different file types.
  • Seamless Integration: Works effortlessly with Windows Explorer, enhancing your file management experience without disrupting workflow.

README

V1.7 is released!

Read the details and download the installer from the releases page. Also see the releases page for additional changes in earlier releases.

Status

Due to a family crisis, the latter half of 2022 was a complete loss for working on projects.

With the New Year 2023, I hope to move forward again on this and other projects. I hope for your understanding and patience.

DarkThumbs

Thumbnail preview support for ebooks and various archive formats in Windows File Explorer.

Minimum system requirements

Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (32/64-bit)

Visual C++ Redistributable

Screenshot

(See the V1.7 release for a view of the current manager UI) V1.5

Supported formats

  • EPUB
  • FB2
  • Kindle (MOBI, AZW, AZW3)
  • CBZ
  • CBR
  • RAR
  • ZIP

With a Little Help From ...

logo2 - Deleaker : the best tool for finding memory, GDI and other leaks!

Credits

Source Code

Used Invertex's CBXShell as a base

MOBI support thanks to libmobi

Application Icon

Icons made by Those Icons from Flaticon

  • Sponsored by L0garthimic
  • V1.0 by dark-knight404
  • V1.1-V1.7 by fire-eggs

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