Decky Manager 2.0

Decky Manager 2.0 - Beta

This release brings a major redesign and expansion of Decky File Manager, turning it into a more complete file management environment for Gaming Mode.

What's New

Dual-Panel File Manager

• Added a dual-panel file manager interface.
• Browse and manage files between two directories simultaneously.
• Improved navigation and file organization.
• Added support for selecting which panel is active.

Background File Operations

• File operations can now continue in the background.
• Added operation progress tracking.
• Improved handling of long-running file transfers.

Copy, Cut, Paste and Extract

• Added persistent copy and cut state.
• Added paste conflict detection.
• Improved file transfer handling between different drives and filesystems.
• Fixed .rar files not extracting.

Storage and Drive Management

• Added drive selection and storage sessions.
• Added support for navigating between available storage locations.
• Added drive information and available space display.
• Added support for detecting unmounted drives.
• Improved storage navigation inside Gaming Mode.

Text Editor

• Added a built-in text editor.
• Open and edit text files directly from Gaming Mode.
• Save changes without leaving the plugin.

Steam Shortcuts

• Added the ability to add files as Steam shortcuts.
• Allows selected files to be accessed directly through the Steam interface.
• The shortcut can be added by plugin panel or in the file manager on context menu.

File Management

• Improved file and folder operations.
• Improved file properties support.
• Improved file selection and file picker functionality.
• Added "Explore local files" on manage session in shortcuts, like in the desktop mode.

Controller Navigation

• Fixed focus escaping the plugin when QAM or Steam Menu is visible.
• Improved focus handling between menus, panels and dialogs.

Interface

• Improved overall layout and spacing.
• Improved menus and contextual actions.
• Added improved panel navigation.
• Improved visual feedback for file operations.
• Better integration with the Gaming Mode interface.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed multiple navigation and focus issues.
• Improved stability of file operations.
• Improved general plugin stability and performance.

Notes

• Some features are still under development, including deeper Steam integration and privileged operations.
• Some of these functions were initially implemented by danielcamilo1

Full Changelog: https://github.com/Ciphay/Decky-File-Manager/commits/2.0-Beta

Decky File Manager Beta 1.0

Decky File Manager

Decky File Manager is a native file manager plugin for SteamOS Gaming Mode, designed to provide a seamless and controller-friendly experience directly within the Steam interface.

Manage your files and folders without leaving Gaming Mode. Browse directories, copy, move, rename, and delete files using an intuitive interface inspired by SteamOS, making file management feel like a natural part of the console experience.

Features

• Native Gaming Mode integration.
• Full controller navigation support.
• File and folder management.
• Copy, move, rename, and delete operations.
• Multi-language support.
• Designed for SteamOS and Bazzite.
• Lightweight and easy to use.
• SteamOS-inspired user interface.

Decky File Manager was created to fill the gap of native file management in Gaming Mode, bringing the convenience of desktop file managers to a console-like environment without sacrificing usability or immersion.

Beta Notice: Decky File Manager is currently in beta. The plugin is fully functional, but new features, performance improvements, and interface refinements are actively being developed.