FileNest

Collect, tag, and open your favorite folders on macOS

A lightweight macOS tool to manage and quickly access frequently used folders. Drag folders in, add tags and favorites, search, and open them in Finder from the app or menu bar.

Download FileNest v0.1.3 — choose your Mac chip:

Apple Silicon Intel

Documentation Changelog

Folder library — favorites, search, and grid layout

Version / Updated

v0.1.3 · May 29, 2026

Platform

macOS 13 Ventura or later · .zip app bundle

Data

Local JSON library on your Mac

Network

No login or cloud sync required

Features

Drag folders in and organize with custom tags
Favorites and fast search across your library
Open any entry in Finder with one click
Menu bar quick access and recent folders
Import and export JSON backups — data stays local
No account, no cloud sync required

Install note

After download, unzip the archive (or use the DMG), drag FileNest.app to Applications, then open from Launchpad. On first launch, macOS may ask you to allow the app in Privacy & Security settings.

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