The sync function allows to synchronize two complete directory trees, and the compare function shows the difference of two binary or text files highlighted side by side. A configurable directory hotlist (bookmarks) and history list make directory navigation easier. FTP servers on the Internet can be accessed like local drives. The 32 bit version supports Drag&Drop from and to explorer/desktop, delete to the recycle bin, and Explorer style context menus/property sheets. The built-in viewer can show files in text, hex, binary, image and multimedia format. A command line helps starting programs with parameters, and a fully configurable button bar allows to launch programs and internal commands. The search function allows to search for files inside archives, even for text. It supports ZIP/ARJ/LHA/RAR/UC2/TAR/GZ/CAB/ACE archives, and has an internal ZIP-compatible packer.
Total Commander is an Explorer replacement for Windows.