Question 1

Why build another file manager for macOS?

Accepted Answer

Finder is good for casual browsing, but serious file work needs two panels, keyboard shortcuts, visible paths, batch operations, and fewer windows.

Question 2

Can it replace Finder on macOS 26+?

Accepted Answer

Yes for file-manager work: persistent dual panels and tabs, List/Preview/Tree views, inline rename, Find Files, SFTP/FTP, SMB/AFP network discovery, mounted cloud storage, Archive VFS, and media conversion are all in one app.

Question 3

Can it use external compare and sync tools?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Selected files or directories can be handed to configurable external applications for comparison and synchronization, so you can keep using the specialist tools you trust.

Question 4

Can I make the opposite panel match my current workspace?

Accepted Answer

Yes. MiMiNavigator can mirror the active path, view mode, thumbnail size, filter, selection, and exact column order, visibility, and widths into the opposite panel while leaving its other tabs and history intact.

Question 5

Which remote and cloud connections are supported?

Accepted Answer

SFTP and FTP servers open inside the panels with saved Keychain-backed connections. The network neighborhood discovers and mounts SMB and AFP shares. Mounted cloud storage works as part of the file workflow, with dedicated Google Drive and Dropbox Share+Link support.

Question 6

How do I install it?

Accepted Answer

Download the signed DMG, open it, drag MiMiNavigator to Applications, and launch it. No App Store and no extra installer.

Question 7

Is it really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. No trial, subscription, or hidden fee. The source is available under AGPL-3.0.