# broot Overview of a directory Source: [Console review]() Website: [https://dystroy.org/broot/]() Profile updated: 2026-10-16 Category: [Terminal utilities]() ## Supported tech stack Research checked: 2026-10-11 ### Runs on - Linux (Operating system) - Windows (Operating system) - macOS (Operating system) ### Written in - Rust (Language) Source: [Research source]() Documented compatibility; coverage may be incomplete. Written in describes implementation, not user-project language support. Install guide documents Linux, macOS and Windows 10+ and Rust source builds. ## Console’s review — 2023-03-09 Reviewed: 2023-03-09 Author: [David Mytton]() Citation: [This review]() ### What we like Fast directory browser with a tree explorer that filters files to make it usable within the terminal window. Tree expands as you search and browse so you don’t lose your place. Search doesn’t block - the next keystroke interrupts. Supports commands with live updating views. Preview files. Stage file changes. Single (Rust) binary. ### Tradeoffs Some keyboard shortcuts don’t work by default on macOS e.g. open in new panel, so you need to rebind them. This review reflects Console’s assessment at publication on 2023-03-09. Features and limitations may have changed since the review date. ## Is broot a fit? Based on [Console’s review published on 2023-03-09](). Summary updated: 2026-10-16 ### Who it’s for Developers who need to browse directories within the terminal window ### Why consider it It provides a fast directory browser with a tree explorer that filters files ### Keep in mind Some keyboard shortcuts may not work by default on certain operating systems ## In these collections [A more useful terminal](): Navigate a directory tree without losing your place. The review highlights live search and file previews; some macOS shortcuts needed rebinding. [Selection criteria]() · [About Console]() · [Browse tools]()