# English **URL:** https://discussion.listary.com/c/en/20.md [Latest](https://discussion.listary.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discussion.listary.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discussion.listary.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the English category](https://discussion.listary.com/t/about-the-english-category/9294)
**Author:** [@xinyi](https://discussion.listary.com/u/xinyi)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Listary V7 Beta is here | The Launcher now recommends, plus a new engine, multi-select & fresh themes (Updated to 7.0.0.9 on August 5)](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-v7-beta-is-here-the-launcher-now-recommends-plus-a-new-engine-multi-select-fresh-themes-updated-to-7-0-0-9-on-august-5/10259)
**Author:** [@xinyi](https://discussion.listary.com/u/xinyi)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 5:19pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-v7-beta-is-here-the-launcher-now-recommends-plus-a-new-engine-multi-select-fresh-themes-updated-to-7-0-0-9-on-august-5/10259 "2026-10-08T17:19:23Z")
Hey everyone :waving\_hand: It’s been a while! We’ve been heads-down on something big, and today it’s finally ready: Listary V7 Beta is out. The headline change is that the Launcher now recommends for you. Open it, type… --- ## [Listary 7.1 Beta is here | Rewritten in Rust: up to 4× faster, 21% less memory (Oct 8)](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-7-1-beta-is-here-rewritten-in-rust-up-to-4x-faster-21-less-memory-oct-8/10325)
**Author:** [@xinyi](https://discussion.listary.com/u/xinyi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-7-1-beta-is-here-rewritten-in-rust-up-to-4x-faster-21-less-memory-oct-8/10325 "2026-10-08T16:28:46Z")
Listary 7.1 Beta is ready to try! This is a major update: Listary 7 has been rebuilt in Rust, with a focus on speed and lower resource use. The launcher opens faster, search results arrive sooner, and memory use is lower… --- ## [Setting to choose default sort in "more results"](https://discussion.listary.com/t/setting-to-choose-default-sort-in-more-results/10324)
**Author:** [@FWEboston](https://discussion.listary.com/u/FWEboston)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 7:11pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/setting-to-choose-default-sort-in-more-results/10324 "2026-10-06T19:11:27Z")
Very satisfied with Listary but in both the basic search (ctrl ctrl from desktop), and the “more results” (ctrl ctrl again), which is an Explorer-type view, the order of results seems random but at least the “more” windo… --- ## [Make search pop up window wider](https://discussion.listary.com/t/make-search-pop-up-window-wider/10318)
**Author:** [@ven](https://discussion.listary.com/u/ven)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 7:17pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/make-search-pop-up-window-wider/10318 "2026-09-26T19:17:05Z")
In file explorer, when you type the name of a folder, listary shows search results. The search results in this window especially file path is truncated. This window needs to be a wider to show full file path. Better yet,… --- ## [Smart App Control blocks unsigned Listary.FileAppPlugin.Explzh.dll in Listary 7.0.0.9](https://discussion.listary.com/t/smart-app-control-blocks-unsigned-listary-fileappplugin-explzh-dll-in-listary-7-0-0-9/10317)
**Author:** [@Roland\_Jorz](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Roland_Jorz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 7:39am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/smart-app-control-blocks-unsigned-listary-fileappplugin-explzh-dll-in-listary-7-0-0-9/10317 "2026-09-24T07:39:08Z")
Steps to Reproduce Install Listary 7.0.0.9 beta using the official installer. Keep Windows Smart App Control enabled. Start Listary or sign in to Windows and allow Listary to start automatically. Expected Result Listar… --- ## [Listary for REVIT file Dialog](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-for-revit-file-dialog/9773)
**Author:** [@antonio.tassinari](https://discussion.listary.com/u/antonio.tassinari)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 12:53pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-for-revit-file-dialog/9773 "2026-09-14T12:53:50Z")
I’de love to have Listary working on Autodesk REVIT filedialog. Thanks --- ## [Exclude multiple folders with same name](https://discussion.listary.com/t/exclude-multiple-folders-with-same-name/10311)
**Author:** [@SoJo](https://discussion.listary.com/u/SoJo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 6:47pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/exclude-multiple-folders-with-same-name/10311 "2026-09-11T18:47:37Z")
One of my programs stores backup file versions in folders named “OldVersions” and I’m trying to find a way to exclude them from the search results. Tried a number of ways to filter them out. I have 400+ folders with th… --- ## [File search is laggy and slow](https://discussion.listary.com/t/file-search-is-laggy-and-slow/10294)
**Author:** [@listacrazy](https://discussion.listary.com/u/listacrazy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 11:17pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/file-search-is-laggy-and-slow/10294 "2026-09-07T23:17:09Z")
I have the latest version, but it’s been a few months that the file search when I type on the listary bar is very laggy, I rebuild the search index on Everything and in Listary and it’s still so laggy. At times it works… --- ## [Wish to make icons and text of the menu larger](https://discussion.listary.com/t/wish-to-make-icons-and-text-of-the-menu-larger/10304)
**Author:** [@horst](https://discussion.listary.com/u/horst)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 11:07am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/wish-to-make-icons-and-text-of-the-menu-larger/10304 "2026-09-07T11:07:24Z")
Wish to make icons and text of the menu larger. The menu is not built with system List box which would allow me to increase the menu font. Currently, on high resolution display icons and text are much too small. So we… --- ## [Menu "History" - upgrade](https://discussion.listary.com/t/menu-history-upgrade/10302)
**Author:** [@lechu56](https://discussion.listary.com/u/lechu56)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 10:41pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/menu-history-upgrade/10302 "2026-09-06T22:41:19Z")
In the context menu (after clicking the middle mouse button), there is a submenu called “History”. When you hover over it, it displays the folders you have recently visited. The problem is that I often have folders with… --- ## [Is it possible to export the Quick Menu directories?](https://discussion.listary.com/t/is-it-possible-to-export-the-quick-menu-directories/10298)
**Author:** [@GlossyTatti](https://discussion.listary.com/u/GlossyTatti)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 1:38pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/is-it-possible-to-export-the-quick-menu-directories/10298 "2026-09-06T13:38:40Z")
I wanted to know if you can export these directories saved for the quick menu. I would want to have the same Menu structure on my laptop without needing the redo it from scratch. Thank you! --- ## [Option to always start Listary searches in English input mode](https://discussion.listary.com/t/option-to-always-start-listary-searches-in-english-input-mode/10301)
**Author:** [@Yoonki\_Jeong](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Yoonki_Jeong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 7:17pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/option-to-always-start-listary-searches-in-english-input-mode/10301 "2026-09-03T19:17:10Z")
Hi, I’d like to suggest an option to automatically switch to English input mode whenever Listary search is activated. I use the Korean Microsoft IME on Windows, and I frequently use both the Listary Launcher (Ctrl+Ctrl)… --- ## [Listary v7 Beta unusable](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-v7-beta-unusable/10299)
**Author:** [@MrMxyzptlk](https://discussion.listary.com/u/MrMxyzptlk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 1:53pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-v7-beta-unusable/10299 "2026-09-03T13:53:19Z")
Before opening a new bug report, please search the forum for duplicates and follow the Troubleshooting Guide. We only consider bugs that are reproducible in the latest version of Listary. Please do not send a crash rep… --- ## [Can (how can) Listary search Google Drive?](https://discussion.listary.com/t/can-how-can-listary-search-google-drive/10295)
**Author:** [@FWEboston](https://discussion.listary.com/u/FWEboston)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 12:47pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/can-how-can-listary-search-google-drive/10295 "2026-08-27T12:47:49Z")
I have tried without success to get an answer from the development team. My thanks in advance if someone in the community can help. Does the Pro version search Google Drive? I have the Drive app installed, and Drive fil… --- ## [Quick Switch to already opened folder doesn't work](https://discussion.listary.com/t/quick-switch-to-already-opened-folder-doesnt-work/10293)
**Author:** [@gaylie](https://discussion.listary.com/u/gaylie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/quick-switch-to-already-opened-folder-doesnt-work/10293 "2026-08-26T16:39:54Z")
I used to be able to have a folder open in Windows File Explorer, then switch to the File Dialog window and it’d automatically jump to the folder I have open in Windows File Explorer. Since the most recent update, this n… --- ## [\[Open Source\] Search Chrome and Edge History Directly in Listary](https://discussion.listary.com/t/open-source-search-chrome-and-edge-history-directly-in-listary/10288)
**Author:** [@TT\_mou](https://discussion.listary.com/u/TT_mou)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 1:52pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/open-source-search-chrome-and-edge-history-directly-in-listary/10288 "2026-08-20T13:52:43Z")
I’ve created an unofficial browser history plugin for Listary. It lets you search local history from Chrome, Edge, and other compatible Chromium-based browsers directly in Listary’s dropdown results. The application is … --- ## [Want search results NEWEST FIRST](https://discussion.listary.com/t/want-search-results-newest-first/10291)
**Author:** [@FWEboston](https://discussion.listary.com/u/FWEboston)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 3:46pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/want-search-results-newest-first/10291 "2026-08-17T15:46:49Z")
As replacement for Google Desktop Search, one thumb up. Tried \>5 others, no-go. BUT I really want results (from Ctrl Ctrl) sorted, by default, newest first. I have explored Options and find nothing to help. Hope this co… --- ## [Settings Bug: Listary 7 only saves the very first setting change (Reproduced on multiple PCs)](https://discussion.listary.com/t/settings-bug-listary-7-only-saves-the-very-first-setting-change-reproduced-on-multiple-pcs/10289)
**Author:** [@AVI](https://discussion.listary.com/u/AVI)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 2:27pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/settings-bug-listary-7-only-saves-the-very-first-setting-change-reproduced-on-multiple-pcs/10289 "2026-08-11T14:27:23Z")
Hi everyone, I’ve encountered a frustrating bug in Listary 7 and wanted to see if anyone else is experiencing this, or if there is a known workaround. Here is exactly what happens: After a fresh installation of Listary … --- ## [Beta7 Popup Menu shortcuts edit](https://discussion.listary.com/t/beta7-popup-menu-shortcuts-edit/10286)
**Author:** [@Jeff1er](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Jeff1er)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 10:07am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/beta7-popup-menu-shortcuts-edit/10286 "2026-08-06T10:07:45Z")
Since beta 7, editing shortcuts in Options \> Menu has become a bit more difficult. In version 6, it was possible to edit the shortcut directly. Now, in version 7, we need to go through Options \> Commands and edit the U… --- ## [Access Popup Menu w. Mouse](https://discussion.listary.com/t/access-popup-menu-w-mouse/9891)
**Author:** [@LN899](https://discussion.listary.com/u/LN899)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 9:41am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/access-popup-menu-w-mouse/9891 "2026-08-06T09:41:34Z")
Is there any way to access the Listary 6 popup menu with mouse click(s) in programs like Firefox, MS Word, Excel, etc. that are not in the Options \> Integration menu? I know you can use the Control + M shortcut, but I s… --- ## [Are there really no true listary alternatives?](https://discussion.listary.com/t/are-there-really-no-true-listary-alternatives/7102)
**Author:** [@asdf](https://discussion.listary.com/u/asdf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 4:02pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/are-there-really-no-true-listary-alternatives/7102 "2026-08-03T16:02:30Z")
Listary is by far the best launcher I’ve used. One function I constantly use is ctrl+g to go back to the last window I was in, which is really handy in “save as” dialogs. Every alternative launcher I’ve used doesn’t have… --- ## [Listary should use date and time formats from Windows Settings app](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-should-use-date-and-time-formats-from-windows-settings-app/9477)
**Author:** [@Rabbitslug](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Rabbitslug)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listary-should-use-date-and-time-formats-from-windows-settings-app/9477 "2026-08-01T11:56:34Z")
Once you’ve done the above, delete everything above this line. Steps to Reproduce Set Windows 11 date and time format a non-USA format, like YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS (Settings \> Time & language \> Language & region \> Region… --- ## [Search results annoyance](https://discussion.listary.com/t/search-results-annoyance/9556)
**Author:** [@vinieux](https://discussion.listary.com/u/vinieux)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 11:46am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/search-results-annoyance/9556 "2026-08-01T11:46:22Z")
By what logic is this search result justified as the first result when there is a folder called ‘paperwork’? It’s also a ‘save’ dialog, so all the more reason for a folder to get precedence over a file. Been trying to u… --- ## [Native build for Windows on ARM](https://discussion.listary.com/t/native-build-for-windows-on-arm/9013)
**Author:** [@CJack](https://discussion.listary.com/u/CJack)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 11:18am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/native-build-for-windows-on-arm/9013 "2026-08-01T11:18:45Z")
Hello, can Listray have ARM64 build? Typing in the launcher feels laggy while Listary running in emulation mode. --- ## [Listery settings for XYplorer](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listery-settings-for-xyplorer/10276)
**Author:** [@Recke](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Recke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 6:55am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/listery-settings-for-xyplorer/10276 "2026-07-25T06:55:40Z")
Windows 11, Listery 6.3.5.94 FYI my Listery settings to open found folders in XYplorer: \\Options \\General \\Open folder with: Path: C:\\Program Files\\XYplorer\\XYplorer.exe Parameter: /reuse /path=“%1” --- ## [Quick Switch Doesn't Work with Arm](https://discussion.listary.com/t/quick-switch-doesnt-work-with-arm/9433)
**Author:** [@eddablin](https://discussion.listary.com/u/eddablin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 4:33pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/quick-switch-doesnt-work-with-arm/9433 "2026-07-24T16:33:53Z")
Just moved to an ARM64 windows laptop. I am using Windows File Explorer and have just switched to “Files”. Neither seem to work with Quick Switch. I had it all working on my Intel machine - and it works for other people … --- ## [Type to search in XYplorer](https://discussion.listary.com/t/type-to-search-in-xyplorer/10080)
**Author:** [@lksw](https://discussion.listary.com/u/lksw)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 7:20am UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/type-to-search-in-xyplorer/10080 "2026-07-24T07:20:40Z")
I found that Listary 6 does not support type to search in XYplorer (both the free and the paid version). I guess this function is disabled to avoid conflicts from the live filter box in XYplorer. However, type to search… --- ## [Default File Names](https://discussion.listary.com/t/default-file-names/10269)
**Author:** [@Jesse\_Hufstetler](https://discussion.listary.com/u/Jesse_Hufstetler)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/default-file-names/10269 "2026-07-21T18:02:44Z")
I hate having to think of file names for every single image, text file, etc. that I make. When I record a voice memo on my phone or take a picture or make a post on social media, I don’t have to come up with a stupid fi… --- ## [Total Commander Directory Menu in Listary (V7)](https://discussion.listary.com/t/total-commander-directory-menu-in-listary-v7/10265)
**Author:** [@AndyK](https://discussion.listary.com/u/AndyK)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 2:42pm UTC](https://discussion.listary.com/t/total-commander-directory-menu-in-listary-v7/10265 "2026-07-16T14:42:42Z")
I’m currently still using Listary 5.x. In the “ToolBar” and “PopUp” menus, I use the option to display the Total Commander Directory Menu in Listary as well. Are there plans to integrate this into Listary v7 as well? I… [Next page](https://discussion.listary.com/c/en/20.md?page=1)