Finder=FAIL. Why?

[Cougarcat]

Path Finder is overkill for me, and not worth the $40. If Apple just added a Dropstack-like feature, I would be content. Also, they need to bring back proper media controls--I can't stand the stupid play/pause button. I know they want you to use Quicklook, but still...

 

[notjustjay]

Also, they need to bring back proper media controls--I can't stand the stupid play/pause button. I know they want you to use Quicklook, but still...

Yes, this is the one thing I miss most from Tiger. I actually used those audio/video preview icons to scrub through things. (Well, that and I liked Tiger's motion transition to Front Row better than the new fade in/out).

I think the bottom line is that Finder was optimized for managing files with your mouse. Many of us want to be able to use arrow keys and command-shortcuts (thus the cry for cut/paste).

I also agree about the file/folder sort order, but the last few times I brought that up, I was always basically told "if you don't want to learn the local language then why don't you move back to where you came from". 🙄

 

[Richard1028]

I think the bottom line is that Finder was optimized for managing files with your mouse. Many of us want to be able to use arrow keys and command-shortcuts (thus the cry for cut/paste).

This pretty much sums it up. Now I know why all my keyboards wore out so fast on my PC laptops - it's because I used them. My macbook keyboard on the other hand, still works like new. 😀

I also agree about the file/folder sort order, but the last few times I brought that up, I was always basically told "if you don't want to learn the local language then why don't you move back to where you came from". 🙄

That's just the Apple fanbase talking. Given an argument they can't win, they always resort to useless comebacks mingled with copious quantities of MS bashing.

 

[Cinder6]

So I'm trying out Path Finder right now. Really liking it--it blends what I like about Finder with some really cool features (as well as better sorting, which I forgot I don't like in Finder). I'm also pleased to see there are still dual-view file browsers out there, which I haven't seen since Tux Commander.

Drop Stacks for file burning is a nice feature, and I like the customizability. I just wish the windows opened as fast as Finder windows.

I'll have to see if it's worth the full $40 for me, but at this point, I'm inclined to say "yes".