tichau/fileconverter

File Converter is a very simple tool which allows you to convert and compress files using the context menu in windows explorer.

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Summary Information

Updated 2 minutes ago
Added to GitGenius on September 3rd, 2026
Created on April 6th, 2015
Open Issues & Pull Requests: 350 (+0)
GitHub issues: Enabled
Number of forks: 918
Total Stargazers: 15,168 (+0)
Total Subscribers: 106 (+0)

Repository Insights (GitGenius)

Median issue/PR response: 28.9 days
Mean response time: 140.9 days
90th percentile: 342.2 days
Tracked items: 194

How this project is maintained

Around half of the issues opened in the past year never receive a reply. 99% of open issues come from outside the core team, so the backlog reflects real-world use rather than internal planning. Work labelled "installer" is answered fastest, typically in about 6 days, while "new feature" waits about 9 months. 79% of tracked open issues have had no activity in three months, so the open count overstates what is actively being worked. Only 1% of issues opened in the past year have been closed.

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Issue Activity (beta)

Open issues: 250
New in 7 days: 2
Closed in 7 days: 0
Avg open age: 505 days
Stale 30+ days: 235
Stale 90+ days: 223

Recent activity

Opened in 7 days: 2
Closed in 7 days: 0
Comments in 7 days: 5
Events in 7 days: 5

Top labels

  • new feature (43)
  • bug (27)
  • installer (11)
  • good first issue (8)
  • need more info (8)
  • complicated (4)
  • not planned (3)
  • discussion (2)

Detailed Description

File Converter is a Windows shell integration tool that allows you to convert and compress files directly from the context menu in Windows Explorer.

The tool solves the problem of tedious file conversion workflows by embedding conversion capabilities into the operating system's native file browser interface. Rather than opening a separate application, users right-click on one or multiple files and select conversion options from the context menu. This approach eliminates the need to launch dedicated software or navigate through dialog boxes for common conversion and compression tasks.

File Converter is suited for Windows users who frequently need to convert or compress files as part of their daily work. It works best for those who prefer quick, in-place operations without leaving the file explorer. The tool handles batch operations, allowing conversion of multiple files at once. Anyone already comfortable with Windows Explorer workflows will find the integration natural and efficient.

The project maintains active localization support across numerous languages, indicating ongoing community engagement with translation contributions. Development requires Visual Studio 2022 and includes tooling for the Windows installer and explorer extension components. The project accepts bug reports through its issue tracker and welcomes contributions from the community.