Direct Folders

by Code Sectorv4.3.5

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Quick access to your favorite folders.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id CodeSector.DirectFolders --exact --version 4.3.5

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Direct Folders

Direct Folders uses EXE. The silent install switches are /exenoupdates /exenoui /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)

directfolders4.3.5.exe /exenoupdates /exenoui /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Direct Folders →

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About

Direct Folders is a Windows tool that speeds up folder access and file management. With quick shortcuts to favorite and recent folders, it enhances Open/Save dialogs and streamlines navigation for improved productivity.

Installers · v4.3.5

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	EXE	machine		Direct
x64	EXE	machine		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

1 known CVE via NVD

high8.1Patched in wingetCVE-2022-27438affects v4.0Jun 6, 2022
Caphyon Ltd Advanced Installer 19.3 and earlier and many products that use the updater from Advanced Installer (Advanced Updater) are affected by a remote code execution vulnerability via the CustomDetection parameter in the update check function. To exploit this vulnerability,...
Patch Vendor advisory

Source: NVD, updated 2h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Direct Folders on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id CodeSector.DirectFolders --exact --version 4.3.5. winget downloads the installer from Code Sector and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Direct Folders silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id CodeSector.DirectFolders --exact 4.3.5 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Direct Folders?

Direct Folders uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: directfolders4.3.5.exe /exenoupdates /exenoui /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /exenoupdates /exenoui /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall Direct Folders via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id CodeSector.DirectFolders --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Direct Folders's Apps & Features entry.

Is Direct Folders free?

Direct Folders is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://codesector.com/directfolders) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Direct Folders work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Direct Folders directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Direct Folders up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id CodeSector.DirectFolders --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 8 versions of Direct Folders from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

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