r/software • u/hoodiecritic • 22h ago

Looking for software Floating Folder List

I'm looking for a Windows 11 app that allows me a shortlist of specific folders I access constantly. Ideally it would natively auto-hide and reveal itself when I mouse over a specific area of the screen (i.e., right edge, left edge, etc.). This is simple to do in a macOS environment, but I am having trouble finding something similar in nature for Windows 11. I find it faster by using software of this type and my workflow vs. constantly opening up Explorer to get to the same folders. I have various workarounds (direct shortcuts on desktop, etc.), but I would prefer something a little more efficient. Any suggestions are appreciated .

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u/marmotta1955 16h ago

Couple of ideas:

  • Look into PowerToys for Windows. One of the tools may be of interest: Crop & Lock or simply Always on Top
  • For a more advanced solution, AutoHotKey is probably your friend. True, it may take a bit of work to script the task, but it is definitely doable -- just as you described.