Thunar

Spec sheet

Purpose

Thunar is a file manager for the Xfce desktop environment, designed to be fast and easy to use.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Audience

The Xfce site describes its file manager as providing basic file management and utilities such as a bulk renamer.Read 11 Oct 2026 · xfce.org

Supported platforms

linuxRead 21 Sep 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Free plan

YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Support

The project directs users to its bug reporting page for open bugs and instructions for submitting reports.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Archive support

YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Batch rename

YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Extensions

Separate plugins can add bulk renaming, custom actions, archive handling, media tag support, Samba shares, volume management, and version control actions.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

File details

Its Properties dialog shows details such as file type and size, folder size and partition space, and lets users change UNIX file permissions.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

File operations

It supports common file and folder operations including copy, move, rename, duplicate, symbolic links, and undo and redo for up to ten recent operations.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Project organization

The Xfce site describes Xfce as a modular desktop environment whose components are packaged separately so users can choose packages.Read 11 Oct 2026 · xfce.org

Release

The documentation lists Thunar 4.21.7 as released on 2026-10-10.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Remote files

The documentation says GNOME Virtual File System is required for Thunar's trash support, removable media mounting, and remote filesystems.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Removable media

With the thunar-volman package installed, Thunar can manage removable drives and media, including optional automatic mounting and opening.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Safety prompt

When configured to auto-run or auto-open content on new drives and media, Thunar prompts the user for confirmation as a security precaution.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Standards

The project lists support for desktop standards including XDG Base Directory, Shared MIME Database, File URI, and Desktop Trash specifications.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Tabbed interface

YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · docs.xfce.org

Plans and prices

Every Thunar plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• File Manager Software#34 of 1008.1