Folder Preview – Finder Quick Look Extension for Mac
Folder Preview adds an advanced Quick Look extension to macOS Finder, allowing you to instantly preview folder contents without opening them manually. Simply press the space bar or use ⌘ + Y to browse folders quickly and improve your workflow.

This lightweight utility makes file navigation faster and more convenient by giving you instant access to folder structures and archive contents directly inside Finder.
Key Features
- Preview folder contents directly in Finder using Quick Look
- Use the space bar or ⌘ + Y for instant folder previews
- Customize visible columns by right-clicking column headers
- Improves file browsing and folder management efficiency
- Lightweight design optimized for smooth macOS performance
Supported Archive Formats
- ZIP
- TAR
- GZ
- 7Z
- RAR
Finder Integration
Folder Preview integrates directly into macOS Finder through the Quick Look extension system. Once enabled in System Settings, you can instantly inspect folders and archives without opening separate windows.
Installation Instructions
- Run the downloaded image and drag the application to the Applications folder shortcut.
- Once copying is complete, the application can be launched via Launchpad.
Technical Details and System Requirements
- Developer: Anybox LTD
- Compatibility: macOS 13 or later
- Architecture: Apple Silicon (ARM) & Intel 64-bit
- Interface Languages: English, German, Arabic, Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Finnish, French, Hindi, Swedish
- Activation: Included