A three-pane directory browser plugin for Neovim, inspired by Ranger, offering rapid file navigation and management.
Triptych.nvim is a directory browser plugin for Neovim that provides a three-pane interface for browsing files and directories. It solves the problem of inefficient file navigation within Neovim by offering a Ranger-inspired layout with parent, current, and child/preview windows, enabling rapid movement and file management without leaving the editor.
Neovim users who frequently navigate file systems within their editor, particularly those familiar with Ranger or seeking a more visual and efficient alternative to built-in file explorers.
Developers choose Triptych.nvim for its intuitive three-pane design, seamless integration with Neovim's ecosystem (including devicons, Git signs, and LSP), and extensible configuration that allows deep customization while maintaining performance and simplicity.
Directory browser plugin for Neovim, inspired by Ranger
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The parent-current-child window layout enables Ranger-like navigation, allowing rapid directory traversal with simple h/j/k/l keys as described in the README.
Integrates devicons, Git signs, and diagnostic signs for immediate feedback, and supports syntax-highlighted file previews with configurable debouncing.
Works with nvim-lsp-file-operations to notify language servers of file changes, ensuring real-time project updates without manual intervention.
Offers customizable mappings, responsive column widths, and extension points for adding custom functionality, such as integrating with Telescope for search.
Copy and paste operations are explicitly noted as not working on Windows in the README, limiting core functionality for users on that platform.
Requires plenary.nvim as a core dependency and optional packages for icons and LSP, adding setup complexity compared to zero-dependency alternatives.
Lacks integrated file searching; users must rely on external plugins and custom extensions, which adds overhead for common navigation tasks.
triptych.nvim is an open-source alternative to the following products: