• Categories
    • Recent
    • Tags
    • Popular
    • Search
    • Register
    • Login
    Can you include .3MF to the list of re-compressible formats?
    A
    Can you include .3MF to the list of re-compressible formats? Its structure is similar to MS Office 2007 documents and Open Document Format. It is a ZIP Deflate archive with XML data and some JPG, and/or PNG pictures inside. Otherwise, if I try to compress .3MF it bearly makes it smaller unless I recompress .3MF to the Store setting then it makes it a lot smaller. Wish they all would move to 7zip ZSTD in the first place so that the optimized file size with FileOptimizer would be 50% of the ZIP Deflate version. And there would be no extra compression needed :)
    Wishlist
    Optimize archive on Context Menu
    W
    I noticed that the option to add the optimize archive function to the context menu is missing on Windows 10. Opening each archive with the interface in order to click it becomes tedious with many files. Same for others functions like Remove Archive Encryption
    Wishlist
    Support for Zstandard .zst/.zstd archives
    Z
    It would be nice to be able to at least extract Zstandard archives.
    Wishlist
    Highlighting files and folders in Add modes
    PA_FanP
    I prefer to use light themes, and when, for example, I have set up my main archive screen to be Classic Toolbar with Blizzard Blue, files in the archive are highlighted (no checkboxes, full row select) with white text on grey background. They are easy to see . However, in the Add screens, the files and folders are black type upon a pale blue background, which is not so readily visible, especially when highlighting separate files in lists with Ctrl/Click for addition. It would be ideal if the backgrounds to files in these screens could be set to mimic the highlighting of those in the main archive window. I have tried experimenting with different themes and settings for skins, toolbars and so forth, but, unless I’ve missed something, none seem to give me the effect I want.
    Wishlist
    .BH in Windows 11 Context Menu
    C
    Re: Windows 11 Context menu support It would really make me happy if you put .BH in the Windows 11 context menu. I know it’s in the “More Options” section, but this would make it more convenient. Don’t know why the option to add it to the menu isn’t there in the first place. P-L-E-A-S-E ??? :) Thanks You!
    Wishlist
    paq9a support
    R
    Any chance of including this format in a future release? https://github.com/FS-make-simple/paq9a Exceptional compression levels. Thanks.
    Wishlist
    Windows Store Delivery (and ideally updates)
    TheAndyMacT
    Now that the Windows Store is making support for non-UWP apps mainstream, including those with their own update delivery process, it would be nice to see PowerArchiver in the Windows Store going forwards - at least as a channel for the product to be available.
    Wishlist
    What features do you want in new format?
    spwolfS
    Tell us what features you want from new format…
    Wishlist
    Windows 11 Context menu support
    BigMikeB
    In Windows 11 a new explorer context menu is introduced. The “old” context menu may still be accessed through an additional mouse click, to reach the PowerArchiver context menu functions, but this isn’t comfortable at all. Could you add PowerArchiver items to the first level (and ideally disable the Windows native ZIP entry)
    Wishlist
    OneDrive for Business support
    Z
    I’m surprised that OneDrive for Business isn’t supported. I can’t link my company’s OneDrive account, but a personal (free) account works fine.
    Wishlist
    Better handling for protected archives
    BigMikeB
    Hi, I’d like to propose an improvement for password protected archives. Actual behavior is: If I open an archive, which is password protected and make a typo in the password dialog, I’ll get the message, that the password was wrong and I end up with an empty window. I need to reopen the archive to be able to enter the password again. Improved behavior: Tell me, that the password was wrong and give me the chance to enter the correct password to decrypt the archive.
    Wishlist
    ZIPX: Add support for packing JPEG with specialized algorithm
    A
    Hello! I know I have been asking for this feature some time ago, but as nothing has changed let me ask again: The ZIPX-format offers an algorithm, that compresses JPEG-files by about 20-30%. Please add compression (packing) support for this in ZIPX-archives to Powerarchiver. Extraction of JPEGs packed into ZIPX by this algorithm is already supported by Powerarchiver for a long time, so it should not be difficult? Or is it a licensing problem? Thanks!
    Wishlist
    Better archive type handling with drag & drop
    BigMikeB
    Hi, I’d like to suggest, that the correct archive type is (always) selected, when adding files by drag & drop to an archive. This is already happening if the archive has the correct extension. For example, if I’m adding files to test.zip, zip will be selected. If I’m adding files to test.7z, 7z will be selected as format in “Add dialog”. But this won’t be working, if the archive has not the “right” extension. So XPI files (Firefox addons) for example are ZIP files. PowerArchiver opens them without any problems, but if I try to add file by drag & drop, PowerArchiver won’t auto select “ZIP”, but use the last selected archive format, while PowerArchiver already knows, that I’m trying to add files to a ZIP.
    Wishlist
    Elevation of UAC in Mounting Images
    F
    I love this, only there is one problem. The UAC elevation feature does not extend to Mount Image option in the add-on software PA provided. It is most annoying whenever I am on highest UAC settings and I mount an ISO, every time I open and create a virtual drive UAC appears. I also do not want to completely disable UAC. Is adding UAC elevation for mount image feature possible?
    Wishlist
    Bulkzip Nanozip (.nz) file format
    D
    The now defunct Bulkzip had Nanozip (nz) as an option this would be great to have for compatibility with my .nz files, so I don’t have to install Bulkzip separately.
    Wishlist
    Include Virtual Drive as standalone in the installer
    2
    Hi. I noticed that when I want to run the Virtual Drive for the first time inside the PowerArchiver Burner it prompts to download it form the internet. I was wondering, would it be OK to include this utility straight into the offline installer to be able to set it up locally? Thank you!
    Wishlist
    Suggestion to improve .pa format
    Brian GregoryB
    How about recognising a few more (or all) of the file formats that are basically renamed zip files and treating them is if they are zip files. For instance Android .apk files are just renamed .zip files. Libreoffice/Openoffice ODF documents are all, as far as I am aware, just renamed .zip files. (.odt, .ott, .ods, .ots, .odp, .otp, .odb, .odf etc.)
    Wishlist
    Folder navigation
    drteethD
    I would like to make a further plea for my mouse’s backwards and forwards keys to work when navigating to and from files, just like they do in explorer. IIRC, I was told that this functionality would be added to v2019. Mni tnx.
    Wishlist
    Quake 1/2 .PAK file support
    AluminumHasteA
    I use PA for everything, if I can. Would be really nice to maybe get built in support for Quake 1/2 .pak files. More info on the format, seems simpler than I thought: https://quakewiki.org/wiki/.pak
    Wishlist
    Find file in archive.
    LuxorL
    Would it be possible at all in some future version perhaps, to have a “find file” function? Reason I ask is that I was looking for a certain file I knew existed in an archive, but I had to unzip it then use another tool to find the file. It would have saved that extra step if that function existed in PA itself.
    Wishlist

    Improve Password Manager

    Scheduled Pinned Locked Moved Wishlist
    20 Posts 5 Posters 15.3k Views
    Loading More Posts
    • Oldest to Newest
    • Newest to Oldest
    • Most Votes
    Reply
    • Reply as topic
    Log in to reply
    This topic has been deleted. Only users with topic management privileges can see it.
    • P Offline
      platanos @spwolf
      last edited by

      @spwolf:

      so basically list of passwords to use which will be presented via drop down menu when PPM shows up?

      Yes, exactly. You setup the passwords first and then you choose one from the drop down menu when you try to extract a file.

      With two mouse clicks you select a password:)

      1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
      • spwolfS Offline
        spwolf conexware
        last edited by

        seems complimentary to PPM features (ie save the password for specific archive as well)

        1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
        • spwolfS Offline
          spwolf conexware
          last edited by

          you guys do realize this is awful for security purposes? :-).

          What about when creating archive, same password list?

          P RJWaringR 2 Replies Last reply Reply Quote 0
          • P Offline
            platanos @spwolf
            last edited by

            @spwolf:

            you guys do realize this is awful for security purposes? :-).

            Well in my opinion you’ll put only repetitive passwords, no need to add every password you have. In addition I’m the only user of my computer so no problems with security:)

            @spwolf:

            What about when creating archive, same password list?

            WinRAR doesn’t have it but it would be a nice feature so thumbs up.

            1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
            • RJWaringR Offline
              RJWaring @spwolf
              last edited by

              @spwolf:

              you guys do realize this is awful for security purposes? :-).

              What about when creating archive, same password list?

              Create a Master Password that must be entered 1st before enabling the Password Manager… Allot like many password managers.

              Obviosly, were not going to be using this as a PM for anything super confidential but basic security needs it would be perfect!

              D 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
              • D Offline
                davidsplash @RJWaring
                last edited by

                i would like to have a time limit on how long a password works even if the file is open.

                secondly

                I store passwords in an encrypted archive i would like to be able to righ click them and say have them go to the clip board for a set amount of time just like keypass on android does. would this be possible? this would help and stop people looking over my shoulder when i dont wnat them seeing m password

                RJWaringR 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                • RJWaringR Offline
                  RJWaring @davidsplash
                  last edited by

                  @davidsplash:

                  I like the idea of setting a password time limit for an active Archive, And the idea of clearing clipboard.

                  Also, How about a PA Boot File that can be installed on a USB Stick. When inserted into a Cleint PowerArchiver’s Password Manager asks the user for their Username & Password this then gives the user access to all authorised encrypted Archives.

                  Potentially PowerArchiver’s Password manager could have custom username’s and an encrypted .DLL or .CAB that the user could save to a Network where other PowerArchiver’s could read but not see or edit without a super user credentials.

                  When activating PAPM’s admin / user mode after entering a users credentials it would allow them access to all authorised content without having to know what they are or their password based on the Admin’s settings.

                  You could even have permisions like Open but not extract etc etc

                  This of course would be a ToolBox feature only I think!!!

                  Lets get PA Toolbox edition’s Password Manager the best out there! potentially making it a greater steping stone for users & business’s who want better security managment but without having to buy yet another application and the hugh price tag!

                  D 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                  • D Offline
                    davidsplash @RJWaring
                    last edited by

                    i would like to create a key file i send to people in order to open an archive. basically they need the keyfile and a password to open the encrypted archive

                    Basically this would make send encryted archives more secure

                    1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                    • spwolfS Offline
                      spwolf conexware
                      last edited by

                      original idea was good, but afterwards things are getting cloudy and murky

                      RJWaringR 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                      • RJWaringR Offline
                        RJWaring @spwolf
                        last edited by

                        @spwolf:

                        original idea was good, but afterwards things are getting cloudy and murky

                        Yes, but its good as it shows users really want an improvment to this Feature.

                        Key points raised;

                        1. Improved Password Managment with Organiser & Master Password.

                        2. PPM Dropdown menu on Decrypting / Encrypting Archives after Master Password set.

                        3. Time Limit Options

                        4. Advanced Encrypted Archive Mode & user permisions options for File Types & Locations.

                        5. Network Settings for Multiple PPM’s.

                        6. Powerarchiver Password Key File

                        If anyone else has any ideas please add to this thread and I will include on the list.

                        1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                        • spwolfS Offline
                          spwolf conexware
                          last edited by

                          that seems like we should create additional product for it, way too complex.

                          RJWaringR 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                          • RJWaringR Offline
                            RJWaring @spwolf
                            last edited by

                            @spwolf:

                            that seems like we should create additional product for it, way too complex.

                            Maybe an additional Plugin ie Advanced Password Manager, free for Toolbox users but a charge for Pro & Basic.

                            Possibly it’s far too much but im sure there are bits that can be taken out ie the Key & Network section & Admin user preferences.

                            Just keep the extra Password Descriptions, Dropdown option, Timeout for Master Password to Configuration screen etc.

                            1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                            • D Offline
                              davidsplash
                              last edited by

                              would like this feature to be moved to a plugin so it can be updated separtely to powerarchiver.

                              1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                              • RJWaringR Offline
                                RJWaring
                                last edited by

                                So sounds like most of us would like these features and would be happy to have as an extension plugin if it had all those additional features.

                                1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                • spwolfS Offline
                                  spwolf conexware
                                  last edited by

                                  @platanos:

                                  Hi, sorry to compare PowerArchiver with WinRAR, but WinRAR 4.0 has a feature I like a lot. I stores passwords if you choose it. It is very useful when you download files with the same password, because you only has to select the password saved. In PowerArchive you have to put the password in every new file you download.

                                  I download every few days files with same password and I have to put it again and again in PowerArchive.

                                  PowerArchive saves passwords from opened archives, but I think it is more handy to have a database of passwords where I can choose which one I want like in WinRAR 4:

                                  What do you think?

                                  bumping this for the future.

                                  F 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                  • F Offline
                                    FiatLux @spwolf
                                    last edited by

                                    I think that the storing of password , like in WinRAR is only good for using with compress profile/options save function that WinRAR got when making encrypted SFX.
                                    so an option for saving the preferences when making encrypted SFX files in one I think is the most usefull - especially if using a very long “constructed” password. And as far as I know this does not show the password in the interface.
                                    A similar option in PowerArchiver would be a good idea….

                                    1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                    • First post
                                      Last post