Version 5.1 released today is the last version of Folders Popup (except for bug fixes). After more than 18 months, the app evolved a lot and it is time now to take a step back and see how to prepare the next generation of this tool.
Since its initial launch, Folders Popup evolved a lot. At the beginning, the app was solely doing folders change and launch. Now, it also launches documents, URLs and applications. In addition, various features were added to improve and accelerate your computer work.
On many software directory web sites, Folders Popup is still described as only a folder launcher with very old screenshots and features lists. For most of them, these description cannot be updated. This is why I think about re-branding the app with new features and launch it as a new product (still freeware, don't worry!).
Now, choosing a name for an app is not easy! I had some ideas, each having their pros and cons. But what do YOU think? Please, be my focus group and vote for your preferred name. And, if you feel inspired, suggest your own new name using the comment form below. I'll add your suggestions to the poll.
When the new name will be chosen, I'll launch a new website to share ideas and collect your requests on a public wishlist. Thank you for your continuous support!
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Will the new product still be in AHK and Open Source?
Will it work with Total Commander?
Thank you very much!!
Yes. And yes :-)
I love this little program - it does take some time to learn all of the features, but it is worth it and it is stable and well tested - THANK YOU.
I don't think that any of the suggested program names do it justice, but I am struggling to think of a better one.
Thank you for your good words, Ray. Great if you find something an alternative name.
I would go for MCP Launcher. MCP = My Coding Projects. Thanks for a great program!
Thanks you Dave. I'll add it to the list. As an alternative, I'll also add a name with my initials (JL Launcher).
One of the most useful work flow programs which I've come across recently. When you add more features, please try to retain its simplicity which in my opinion is the greatest attraction.
Thank you for your comment, Ram. Simplicity is always one of my goal. Sometimes challenged by the addition of new features... But I remember I received a comment similar to yours on one of my earliest release (1.x) and, from your comment, I could deduce that I have not be too bad in this respect ;-)
Love your app. I've tried many others and your's is the most compatible with all my applications and has more features. One plea: Move the "Support Freeware" item to the Settings dialog. Pop up space is a premium for me (in some cases I've had to set up multiple columns) and the extra line causes problems. I'm happy to support freeware and shareware authors!
Hi David. Users who make a donation receive a code that removes this menu item and stops the dialog box reminder that can pop out at every x launches of the app. Thank you for your good words.
I like 'Magic Popup', so it can have whatever function :)
Hi Jackson. I added your suggestion to the poll with the 3rd word "Menu" to make it more distinctive with what can be found on Google under "Magic Popup". Thanks.
FP has become an intrinsic part of my computer use and I cannot recommend it too much. I prefer Quick Access Popup.
:-) Noted.
I can suggest for the name: Explorer Popup, Windows Popup, My Shortcuts, MyComputer, The Explorer, PC-Menu, MyFolders Menu, Popup Explorer.
Thank you Frederico for these suggestions. Which one would be your preferred?
great little program, does exactly what it was intended for.
Thank you Murry :-)
Yes, I would suggest some portmanteau words:
– poptima
– poptimize
– popera
This are my ideas today.
Thank you for your work!
Thanks Rémy. I'll add the one I prefer (poptimize) to the poll. I'll have to make my final choice tomorrow.
Thank you to all of you for your votes and suggestions. I had to make a choice. It was almost equal between Handy Popup and Quick Access Popup. I like the first one because it is short and catchy. But the second is a bit long but really more explicit. And, after some tests in Google, I think it will get better rankings in search results.
So, welcome to QuickAccessPopup.com ! You can go to this site right now to influence the design of QAP by voting on the features on the wishlist and add your own suggestions if you wish. See you there!