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Windows 10/11 · 64-bit

Boxes

Files stay put. Your desktop, your way.

Apps, photos, music and project boxes on a Windows desktop, with a Downloads box in list view and two collapsed boxes
A desktop organized with boxes for each taskView full screenshot

Organize around your work

Store in folders. Work from boxes.

Project folders, documents and everyday apps. Bring items from different locations together around the task at hand.

Existing folders

Documents / Brief
Projects / Draft
Shared / Schedule

Current project

Brief
Design draft
Schedule
Connected by shortcutsOrganization diagram
  1. Right-drag to create a box

    Drag with the right mouse button on an empty area of your desktop to create a box at the size you want.

  2. Drag in files and folders

    Drag the items you need into a box. You can link the same item to multiple boxes.

  3. Move, resize and collapse

    Drag the title bar to move a box and its edges to resize it. Double-click an empty part of the title bar to collapse it.

  • Lock the layout to prevent accidental moves
  • Restore positions and sizes for each monitor setup

Features available for free today

Free at home and at work.

Use it for free personally, at your company or for work. No account or payment details required.

Desktop organization

Free

No limits on boxes, items or length of use.

  • Organize files, folders and app shortcuts
  • Move, resize, collapse and lock boxes
  • Restore layouts for each monitor setup
  • Personal, company and work use

We plan to offer sync as a paid feature in the future. Features, pricing and timing will be announced later.

FAQ

Before you install

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Yes. The desktop organization features currently available are free for personal, company and work use. There is no trial period that ends with a required payment.

Download and create your first box.

Windows 10/11 · 64-bit · Installs without administrator permission

Official installer · GitHub Releases

Latest version and changes
  1. Run the installer

    Run the downloaded GhostyakBoxes-x64-setup.exe and follow the installation instructions.

  2. Start automatically after installation

    Leave the option to launch Ghostyak Boxes selected on the final screen and finish the installation. Boxes will start automatically.

  3. Create your first box

    Right-drag on an empty area of the desktop to create a box, then drag in the files or folders you need.