# Elio

> Snappy terminal file manager with rich previews and inline images

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/elio
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/elio.json
- Website: https://github.com/elio-fm/elio
- Category: Utility
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-06-12T05:13:39+00:00
- Catalog revision: `4176131314`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/elio-fm/elio
- Stars: 912
- Forks: 31
- Open issues: 9
- License: MIT
- Last push: 2026-11-05T14:15:20+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-05T14:35:59+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: File Manager, TUI, Utility, CLI, Kitty Graphics, Ratatui, Image Preview, Sixel, File Browser
Tech stacks: Kitty Graphics, Makefile, ratatui, rust, TUI

## Features
- Features a three pane layout showing places, files, and previews side by side. *(highlighted)*
- Supports inline image rendering and rich previews for multiple file formats. *(highlighted)*
- Includes trash management and shell integration for seamless directory navigation. *(highlighted)*

## Description

Elio is a snappy terminal file manager featuring rich previews, inline images, and bulk actions. It includes a three pane layout for efficient navigation, trash management, and shell integration for a modern CLI experience.

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