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CNET Editors' review
Thanks to its easy-to-use interface, this free file compression tool makes it a snap to unzip files.
The Extractor opens with a panel-style interface that is clear-cut enough for all users to understand. We especially liked the drag-and-drop functionality that let us quickly add ZIP and RAR files. We also like that the user specifies the output file. Once we clicked Go, the program instantly unzipped our file and placed the contents into our designated output folder. Our favorite feature was the Preset option that let us assign a preset task for each output folder after unzipping the file. The preset tasks included keeping folders, subfolders, and covers. If you don't want to assign presets, you can manually apply the same folder options. The Help feature is pretty simplistic and doesn't have search capabilities, but it does walk you through the program.
The fact that this functional file compression program is freeware makes it all the more appealing. We recommend it for all user levels. It cleanly uninstalled from our PC.
Publisher's Description
From Simply Free Software:
Easy-to-use and works with all Windows versions, 32 and 64 bit. Just drag and drop files and folders and press GO. Integrated into windows for easy access, supports spanned archives and extraction of password protected files. You can queue any number of ZIP, RAR and folders and let The Extractor extract them all with just one click. There is even an option to delete processed files after successful extraction.
What's new in this version: Version 1.4.3.2 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 96 votes
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Current version:
3.8 starsout of 25 votes
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"East and smart"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
Efficient, without excess apps.
Cons
Have only had for a short time, nothing major yet
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"Seems to crash Windows 8 Explorer"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
Unzips files
Cons
I had random freezes while browsing folders in Windows. After uninstalling The Extractor it never happened again.
Only does a limited range of file types. No use for tgz.Summary
Not worth trying. There are plenty of higher quality unzippers around.
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"Saved me 45 minutes by auto-extracting 50 .rar files"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
*Unbelievable time-saver!
*Intuitive, simple interface.
*Context Menu (right-click) option to add archived file(s) to The Extractor without dragging & dropping.
*Auto-deletes .rar file after extraction (Optional): No need to empty Recycle Bin.
*Will output to multiple source directories.Cons
As Mileunder previously stated, one has to both uncheck AND decline nagware options during Installation. I viewed my startup programs for Firefox, I.E., & Chrome (using CCleaner) after my first use. No uwanted add-ons or plug-ins were installed. Take your Time to actually READ each installation step!
Summary
Unconditionally recommended for power download freaks. Too bad it doesn't monitor directories for new .rar/.zip files. If it did, I would have left it in the Windows Start Menu.
Nix the Control Panel cursor tip: Single-Click Option is found by clicking the Tools dropdown list in any Windows folder > Folder Options > General Tab.
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"Good ... BUT.."
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
Beware of Spyware with this program. I have this installed, or shall I say "HAD"... because I did use it for a while... then one day I ran my "SpyBot" (excellent program) and it removed a pile of spyware from my computer... fine... BUT , then "the extractor" did not work correctly any longer..see, the spyware is hooked into the extractor, and so it behaves strange when you remove the spyware associated with it.. shame on the developer, the prick comes in through the backdoor!
Cons
Use it but beware
Summary
ok but could use something with out spyware...
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"Tricky "Extra software" but excellent extractor"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
The extractor is the best extractor I have found, and I have used quiet a few. Its relatively quick, free, and is resource friendly.
Cons
When installing this software beware of the tricky add ons. There sometimes check boxes to not install "program X", but you must also click the "decline" button on bottom to not install the "program X". This is the only real fault i can find with The extractor
Summary
To the person who says you cannot get rid of the toolbar it is most likely installed through the browser. So uninstalling it from the program list alone wont get rid of it.
This is the best extractor I have found, just be cautious during install. It tries to install extra programs. -
"ADD SPYWARE w/o permission"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
love the software
Cons
added spyware, adware even when I said NO...
Summary
make sure you go into your programs and DELETE the addition.. avoid at ALL costs
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"as easy to use as falling down"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
install and use, I've had for a month and its as smooth as silk
Cons
have not found any so far
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"WARNING! DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS! CAN'T UNINSTALL"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
THIS SOFTWARE IS GARBAGE
Cons
THIS COMPANY IS A LOW-LIFE C**********ING dkxoensdoo!!!!
WHEN I STARTED THE INSTALL, I SAW THAT IT GAVE ME NO CHOICE BUT
TO ACCEPT 'BABYLON TOOLBAR' -- I CANCELED THE INSTALL
BUT IT 'STILL' INSTALLED THE F*****ING TOOLBAR!
I UNINSTALLED FROM CONTROL PANEL... AND I STILL CANNOT GET RID OF THAT G** D**** TOOL BAR!!Summary
THIS WEBSITE I USED TO TRUST FOR DOWNLOADS.
CNET.COM -- ARE YOU LISTENING?
REMOVE THIS SOFTWARE FROM YOUR DOWNLOADS PAGE!!! -
"This was a keeper! This one is very good and small!"
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
I like the fact that it was small (MB) and it extracted all of the file that I had. I put it on my "thumb drive" to install on other computers later
Cons
None, I think it will do just fine.
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"Blah interface."
Version: The Extractor 1.4.3.2
Pros
Actually works well but I have recently switched to Hamster because of the much neater interface.
Cons
Unappealing interface.
Summary
Works well but Hamster has a way cooler interface.
