The Tree Browser

Since disk storage is arranged in folders, subfolders and files, that is, a tree structure, a graphical tree representation of the storage is essential to a file-manager. The Tree Browser of Probe is the primary means for navigating and handling the storage tree and it's branches.

If you have experience using the MS Explorer file manager and it's tree control, you'll feel right at home using the Tree Browser of Probe. 

See also: Reference Manual, The Tree Browser.

Fig 1: The Tree Browser

The Tree Browser is used to browse the folder structure of your storage. Much of the functionality available in Folder Browsers is present in Tree Browsers as well, such as subfolder creation, archive expansion, etc. Drag&Drop operations can begin and/or end in Tree Browsers.

Another way Tree Browsers are used is in it's cooperation with Folder Browsers. A Tree Browser can be connected with a specific Folder Browser, and when browsing the storage tree, the Folder Browser will display the subfolder contents as you move around the storage tree. Also, if you're active in a Folder Browser, it's associated Tree Browser will automatically adjust so that the current folder is centered in the Tree Browser.

In Probe, you're not limited to a single Tree Browser. In fact, you can have any number of Tree Browsers (up to 32 of them) in the Probe main application window. If you have sufficient screen area, a productive layout can be based on two Folder Browsers, each having an associated Tree Browser to control them.

Fig 2: Two Tree Browsers and two Folder Browsers (downscaled image)

You can fine-tune the cooperation of the Tree Browser and the Folder Browser to suite your needs. These settings, and other options for the Tree Browser, are available by bringing up a popup menu in the white area of the component.

Fig 3: Settings for the Tree Browser

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