file-manager

Manage files and folders via shell commands on Windows PowerShell.

Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu --skill file-manager-prathmesh234
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Skill: file-manager
Source: https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu/tree/main/backend/skills/bundled/file-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Prathmesh234/Emu --skill file-manager-prathmesh234

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manage files and folders quickly and reliably using shell commands instead of manual GUI navigation, reducing repetitive clicks and human error when creating, moving, copying, deleting, finding, or inspecting files and directories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Listing & discovery: Use Get-ChildItem / ls to enumerate files and verify paths before actions.
  • Create, copy, move, rename: New-Item, Copy-Item, and Move-Item for deterministic file and directory operations.
  • Safe deletion & verification: Recommend explicit user confirmation before Remove-Item -Recurse and prefer recycling where available.
  • Content inspection & comparison: Read files with Get-Content, preview with -TotalCount, compare with Compare-Object, and search content with Select-String.
  • Disk and size reporting: Measure-Object and Get-PSDrive to check file sizes and available space.
  • Use case example: Organize a downloads folder into dated project subdirectories, back up important project folders to another drive, and verify file integrity before removing temporary files.

Quick Start

Use the file-manager skill to copy the folder C:\Users\Me\Downloads\project to D:\Archive\project-backup and then list the destination to confirm the files were copied successfully.

Frequently Asked Questions about file-manager

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage files and folders using shell commands instead of manual GUI navigation?

You can manage files and folders via shell commands like Get-ChildItem, Copy-Item, and Move-Item to create, copy, move, and delete directories. This replaces manual GUI navigation with deterministic command-line operations.

Can I safely delete files and folders recursively using PowerShell?

Yes, safe deletion is supported by recommending explicit user confirmation before executing Remove-Item -Recurse. The skill prefers recycling where available to prevent accidental data loss during folder removal.

How do I search file contents and inspect specific lines in Windows PowerShell?

You can search file contents using Select-String and inspect files with Get-Content. Adding the -TotalCount parameter allows you to preview just the first few lines of a file without opening the entire document.

What is the best way to check disk usage and file sizes in a shell environment?

The best way to check disk usage and file sizes is using Measure-Object and Get-PSDrive. These standard filesystem utilities calculate file sizes and report available space on local desktop drives.

Does this file management approach work on systems without Windows PowerShell?

Yes, the file management approach works on Windows PowerShell or compatible shells. It requires shell access with permission to read and write target paths, along with standard filesystem utilities to execute operations.

How do I organize my downloads folder into dated project subdirectories via command line?

To organize your downloads folder, use shell commands to create dated project subdirectories with New-Item, then Move-Item to relocate files. You can verify the new structure by listing the destination with Get-ChildItem.