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A Windows program for generating directory structures with features of drag-and-drop, theme toggling, and easy export options

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Directory Tree Generator

A user-friendly Windows application to generate and visualize the directory structure of any folder. Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or just organizing your files, this tool simplifies the process of mapping out directory trees.

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Features

  • 📂 Visual Directory Structure: Generate a clear, formatted tree view of directories.
  • 👁️ Include/Exclude Hidden Items: Toggle the inclusion of hidden files and folders.
  • 🌗 Theme Toggle: Switch between light and dark themes for comfortable viewing.
  • 🖱️ Drag and Drop Support: Quickly generate a tree by dragging and dropping a folder into the application.
  • 📋 Copy to Clipboard: Copy the generated directory tree to the clipboard effortlessly.
  • 💾 Save to File: Save the output as a text file for documentation or sharing.

Screenshots

Light Theme

Light Theme Screenshot

Dark Theme

Dark Theme Screenshot

Download and Installation

Download the latest version from the Releases page.

Installation Steps

  1. Download the Installer: Navigate to the Releases page and download the DirectoryTreeGenerator.msi and setup.exe file.
  2. Run the Installer: Double-click the MSI file and follow the installation wizard.
  3. Complete Installation: After installation, the application will be available in your Start Menu or installation directory.

Usage

  1. Launch the Application: Open the Directory Tree Generator from your Start Menu.
  2. Select a Folder:
    • Click the folder icon button to open the folder selection dialog.
    • Alternatively, drag and drop a folder directly into the application window.
  3. Generate the Tree: The directory tree will be displayed in the output area.
  4. Include/Exclude Hidden Items: Click the eye icon button to toggle hidden files and folders.
  5. Switch Theme: Click the theme icon (sun/moon) to switch between light and dark themes.
  6. Copy or Save:
    • Click the copy icon button to copy the directory tree to the clipboard.
    • Click the save icon button to save the output to a text file.

Contributing

We welcome contributions! To contribute:

  1. Fork the Repository: Use the "Fork" button to create your own copy.
  2. Clone Your Fork:
    git clone https://github.com/verneylmavt/directory-tree-generator.git

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