In case you’re wondering, 7-Zip is our file archiving utility of choice around here.

Ever browse to a folder, but then forget which one it was?

Just right-click anywhere and choose New \ Shortcut from the menu.

Stupid Geek Tricks: Using 7-Zip as a Blazing Fast File Browser

Use the Browse button to navigate down to the following path (adjusting if you installed elsewhere).

In the example above, the shortcut will initiate the C:\ folder.

Now you should have an icon that will open 7-Zip directly to the C: drive.

7-Zip Default View

7-Zip Dual Pane

7-Zip Favorites

7-Zip Settings

7-Zip History

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New Shortcut

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