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Nemo vs Pantheon Files: catalog facts
Nemo	Pantheon Files
Free Free and open source under the GPL.	Free Free and open source.
Linux	Linux
Keeps the type-ahead path bar, dual panes and toolbars Nautilus dropped Extension system for actions, scripts and previews	Simple, uncluttered interface Plugin support and Git status integration
Best integrated on Cinnamon; other desktops pull in extra dependencies Linux only	Designed for elementary OS and fits best there Fewer advanced features than dual-pane managers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-2.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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