ForkLift is a powerful file manager and ferociously fast FTP client clothed in a clean and versatile UI that offers the combination of absolute simplicity and raw power expected from a well-executed Mac software.
ForkLift will connect to any remote server FTP, SFTP, Amazon S3, WebDAV, the SMB, NIS and AFP shares on your local network, or your Bluetooth mobile phone- pretty much anything you can plug into or hook up to a Mac. ForkLift also carries a complete toolbox for managing your files, including Folder Synchronization, Batch Renaming, Archive handling, Application
What's New
Version 2.5.1:
Fixes and improvements:
Added a "Rename" button to the toolbar.
ForkLift now handles FTP url's properly.
Fixes the issue of zero length files not uploading to Amazon S3.
Fixes a possible crash while extracting archives.
Fixes a possible crash in disclosure view while generating preview.
Fixes a drag and drop issue in column view.
Fixes a possible crash when deleting applications.
Fixes a possible crash when splitting files.
Fixes an issue with "Apply to all" not taking effect.
Fixed "Open with other" in getinfo window.
Fixes an issue when copying files from a search result.
Fixes a possible crash in the multi rename module (regexp mode)
Added a workaround for the a Copy API bug of Lion on Fat32 filesystems.
Fixed the file extension problem of recursive archives.
You can now switch between views in single-pane mode using the TAB key.
Numerous other fixes and improvements
Version 2.5.1:
Fixes and improvements:
Added a "Rename" button to the toolbar.
ForkLift now handles FTP url's properly.
Fixes the issue of zero length files not uploading to Amazon S3.
Fixes a possible crash while extracting archives.
Fixes a possible crash in disclosure view while generating more...
I guess you are missing the built-in text editor :)
I didn't think it would add any value because so many nice text editors are available, even free ones.
I've been doubting to buy this one for 2 months. Luckily any update reset the trial so I managed to use it a bit longer.
It's awesome software but at $30 I found it just a bit too expensive. But since I use it so much I finally decide to buy it anyway...
And now like 24 hours later it's in the MAS for $0.99?? Are you frikking kidding me?
Yup...the developers explain this in the thread somewhere but I think it boils down to eye candy and laziness. Transmit is as good if not better anyways and Transmit is compatible with 10.5 (PPC or Intel).
If devs are reading this: please update Foriklift in the MAS, it's still 2.0.8 there. I buy software only from the App Store (at least I try to) and my Forklift trial is over and I can't use it anymore because I don't want to buy an outdated version (2.0.8). It's been long since 2.5 release and it's still not updated in the MAS.
For me the monochrome look is just AWFUL! I spent ages trying to find a hack to bring colour back to my Finder sidebar now Forklift has the same same drab monochrome icons!!! The point of a GUI is to allow ease of use taking colour icons away is neither a fix nor improvement.
The issue here is that the DEV has not allowed a choice. Those colour side bar icons are still in the system somewhere, how about a preference to turn them on?
Personally I think monochrome icons help reduce the clutter in the UI. BTW, did you know that in ForkLift you can assign color labels to the favorites and devices?
Thanks for pointing out the discrepancy Roger. I've updated the listing to reflect that 2.5 does require Lion. If you are on 10.6, you can still download 2.0.8 above.
If I buy Forklift version 2.5 in the MUPromo Bundle... can I use my serial number with version 2 (I guess I would have to download separate from developer site)? I have MacOS 10.6 and not 10.7 which is needed by version 2.5
Anyone know the work around for only having MacOS 10.6?
Now that 2.5 is at beta, I downloaded it. It doesn't seem that it is using the preference file because all my favorites are gone! Is there a way to get them back without having to add them again?
Hate to be dummy o´the day... but, can anyone tell me if I can do an incremental sync with Forklift, or does it have to be a full sync each time. I am specifically interested in syncing from one video folder to another. Thanks :-)
I would love to try this software but the last several times updates have come out they simply won't launch.
i have an iMac 27" 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 and Forklift will never load, not once. Really the only software I have ever installed that won't even launch. Very disappointing.
Upgraded to 2.0 without a thought. Yes, I do own Transmit, yes I do own Pathfinder, but each has its own strengths and I recently rediscovered Forklift. Thought v2.0 would improve on Transmit and it does have the potential to do so but for a hitch: I can't reliably upload to my GoDaddy website. I get copy errors all the time (copy error: failed to connect to server); skipping will work for some files but then I have to figure out which ones were copies and which weren't.
Transmit behaved the same way after upgrading to 4.0, but deleting old Favorites and entering new ones resolved that. Alas, it doesn't seem to work this way with Forklift. Bummer, as I really want to like this one...
That did the trick! Thanks. I saw you were on the forums so I thought I'd comment here. I searched all over the preferences to change the number of concurrent downloads but didn't find it there... Ok, all up and running now and very happy with it!
Rob, of course there is no risk whatsoever to your Favorites. Just launch 1.7.8 and you'll see :)
FL2 uses a separate preferences file, precisely to avoid mishaps with your stable version. The final release of 2.0 will include an Import function to migrate your settings from FL1.
Please login or create a new MacUpdate Member account to use this feature
Watch Lists are available to MacUpdate Desktop Members Upgrade Now
Download and auto-install
using MacUpdate Desktop. Save
time moving folders and cleaning-up.
ForkLift is a powerful file manager and ferociously fast FTP client clothed in a clean and versatile UI that offers the combination of absolute simplicity and raw power expected from a well-executed Mac software.
ForkLift will connect to any remote server FTP, SFTP, Amazon S3, WebDAV, the SMB, NIS and AFP shares on your local network, or your Bluetooth mobile phone- pretty much anything you can plug into or hook up to a Mac. ForkLift also carries a complete toolbox for managing your files, including Folder Synchronization, Batch Renaming, Archive handling, Application deleter, editing files over remote connections and many more. All these power features are packaged into a Finder-like, dual-pane interface that delivers superior workflow while remaining absolutely familiar to use, along with QuickLook, Spotlight search and all.
Key features:
ForkLift 2.5 requires Mac OS X 10.7
Completely re-built from scratch inside and out
Disklets (you can mount a remote connection as a disk and access it from any app)
Synclets
Droplets
List view, Column view, Icon view and Coverflow
Transfer queue
Handles almost any archive format: Rar, Zip, Tar, Gz and a dozen more
Search and filter (now with RegExp support)
Improved Sync
Stacks
Integrated favorite manager
Advanced Multi-Rename
Workspaces
Dual-pane view
Folder Synchronization
Tabs
Amazon S3 support
WebDAV support
Remote edit and preview
Growl support
QuickLook local and remote files
and much more to discover
One of MacUpdate's favorite features is called "FXP." It allows you to copy files from one remote FTP server to another, without first downloading it to your Mac and then uploading it to the destination server. As you can imagine, this direct connect ability can save a ton of time moving files between servers and making fast backups.
+29
Marek reviewed on 23 May 2012
Get your copy while stocks last.
-1
-5
Alan reviewed on 23 May 2012
Am I missing something?
Back to Transmit.
+15
I didn't think it would add any value because so many nice text editors are available, even free ones.
+3
It's awesome software but at $30 I found it just a bit too expensive. But since I use it so much I finally decide to buy it anyway...
And now like 24 hours later it's in the MAS for $0.99?? Are you frikking kidding me?
+2
+58
+1
+166
+10
+15
ForkLift v2.5 has been available in the AppStore since yesterday.
Sorry for the delay but all apps must be reviewed by Apple before they go online.
+1
+93
Prypjat reviewed on 13 May 2012
+1
+15
When you create a favorite in Favorite manager and enter the password ForkLift should save it into the keychain.
+93
+1
+4
Dr54 reviewed on 08 May 2012
+6
asimo reviewed on 26 Apr 2012
+1
+35
Rich K. reviewed on 25 Apr 2012
Monochrome sidebar/toolbar icons
For me the monochrome look is just AWFUL! I spent ages trying to find a hack to bring colour back to my Finder sidebar now Forklift has the same same drab monochrome icons!!! The point of a GUI is to allow ease of use taking colour icons away is neither a fix nor improvement.
The issue here is that the DEV has not allowed a choice. Those colour side bar icons are still in the system somewhere, how about a preference to turn them on?
+4
+15
+21
Roger Katz reviewed on 24 Apr 2012
REQUIREMENTS given as Lion, or better, but Key Features state Snow Leopard ONLY
+77
+9
Is it only for me or? (Big problem!)
+10
+15
Anyone know the work around for only having MacOS 10.6?
+16
+16
+58
Anyone else having this with Lion?
+14
+14
-1
i have an iMac 27" 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 and Forklift will never load, not once. Really the only software I have ever installed that won't even launch. Very disappointing.
-1
-1
have no other issues with any other program doing this. sent it crash report but no response.
iMac 27" i7 8gb ram
+2
+1
+36
There is a Rollback link to download version 1.7.8 on the developers site: http://www.binarynights.com/support
Transmit behaved the same way after upgrading to 4.0, but deleting old Favorites and entering new ones resolved that. Alas, it doesn't seem to work this way with Forklift. Bummer, as I really want to like this one...
+1
+1
FL2 uses a separate preferences file, precisely to avoid mishaps with your stable version. The final release of 2.0 will include an Import function to migrate your settings from FL1.
+6
CloudB rated on 21 May 2012
James K. rated on 14 May 2012
+93
Prypjat rated on 13 May 2012
Joseph_2c58c90c rated on 11 May 2012
geomikev rated on 06 May 2012
Andreas_c74959fd rated on 05 May 2012
Zzzeven rated on 30 Apr 2012
Chris_5df02029 rated on 27 Apr 2012
Nasir_0d67ba37 rated on 24 Apr 2012
-9
Drdavidwright rated on 23 Apr 2012