Manage updates with the Download AppCNET Editors' review
Before you roll your eyes at yet another addition to the overly saturated Web browser market, we recommend that you take the time to try out Visual Explorer. We liked it so much that we made it our default browser.
The interface is colorful without being too cartoonish, and for all of the options it comes with, it's surprisingly uncluttered. You'll recognize all of the navigational buttons and the menu toolbar if you've used any type of browser before. It features almost of all of the options that come with IE, but there were several features that stood out for us. The Tab Browser let us view all of our Web pages in one single page so that we could easily toggle back and forth between them. When activated, the Explorer Bar sat unobtrusively on the left side of our window. From there, we were able to access our Favorites, RSS feeds, source code of a given page, folders, and even a notepad. Parents will like the Content Filter that lets you add the sites you want to block. We had no problems browsing the Web, and pop-ups were kept at bay with the browser's pop-up blocker.
Visual Explorer offers an extensive, built-in Help menu. We loved all of the program's features, as well as the nice open window. Basically our only complaint is that it left a folder in our Program Files that had to be manually removed. However, if you're looking for a new browser, we have a feeling you'll look no further after giving this free one a try.
Publisher's Description
From BlueG:
Visual Explorer is the ultimate, full featured web browser that comes with advanced privacy and security features, one-click Google searches, support for Internet Explorer favorites, add-ons and much more. Your privacy protected--easily remove private data such as web site addresses you have typed into the address bar or content from web pages you have visited. Use the Cloaking Device feature to make the browser semi-transparent so casual observers cannot snoop on your browsing activities. Security when surfing--the integrated safety filter protects you against phishing Web sites. It performs checks before loading each web page and, unlike other browsers, also uniquely checks the final destination page (to protect you against the original Web site re-directing you to a phishing Web site). Instantly find text on the current web page--with options to highlight all instances, using the Advanced Find toolbar. Perform Google searches with a single click--right-click any word or phrase on the current web page to search for it using Google or your favorite search engine. Additional pre-installed search sites include Yahoo, YouTube, Amazon, eBay and Facebook. Block unwanted ads and other media--with a range of content filters, Visual Explorer gives you control over what you see. Easily block unwanted Web sites or Web site content from appearing (Flash adverts, pop-ups, harmful scripts and more). Access your favorite video sites with a single click--the Video View interface provides a purpose designed environment for watching videos from popular video sharing sites. The Remove Noise feature enables you to watch YouTube videos in a clean and clear interface, with the "background noise" turned off. Customize to suit your needs--Visual Explorer is fully customizable from themes and skins to mouse gestures, keyboard shortcuts, toolbars and menus.
What's new in this version: Version 3.2 optimizes the compatibility view code.
More Products to Consider
-
Browse the Web with increased speed and flexibility.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Surf the Internet with lightweight and fast Internet Explorer b...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Provide a versatile technology browser with high level of secur...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Browse the web with a stylish browser.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Browse the Web safely while listening to music and having fun o...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Explore the Web using Google's super-fast browser.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Surf the Web with browser with automatic form filler, popup blo...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Surf the Web comfortably, relying on speed, safety, and power o...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
View Flash multimedia content through your browser.Visit SiteThis download is served from an external site
closeNOTICE: This link will open a connection to a third-party site. CNET cannot ensure the security of software that is hosted on external sites.
Sponsored Products
-
Browse favorite Web sites and enhance your web experience.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Surf the net with a feature packed browser, with ease.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Run Java applications on your Windows computer.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Run Java applications on your Windows computer.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Control and automate Pandora on your Windows PC.Visit SiteThis download is served from an external site
closeNOTICE: This link will open a connection to a third-party site. CNET cannot ensure the security of software that is hosted on external sites.
Sponsored Products
-
Mange your expenses and track budget on PC.Visit SiteThis download is served from an external site
closeNOTICE: This link will open a connection to a third-party site. CNET cannot ensure the security of software that is hosted on external sites.
Sponsored Products
-
Try the faster browser that lets you get the most from today's ...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Download a Web site to local directory for offline browsing.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Take Google's Chrome browser with you on a USB stick.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Surf the Web using a multitabbed Internet browser with multiple...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Download a Web site to local directory for offline browsing.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Browse the Web with multiple privacy features.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Navigate the Web with HTTPS browser that encrypts browsing sess...DownloadInstalled
Smart Install -
Download a Web site to local directory for offline browsing.DownloadInstalled
Smart Install - Monitor any region of any Web page.Download
Installed
Smart Install
-
All versions:
3.4 starsout of 29 votes
-
Current version:
0 stars Be the first to review this product -
My rating:
Write review
-
"not as fast as lunascape6"
Version: Visual Explorer 3.1
Pros
none that I can see compared to other browsers.
Cons
nor responding a few times since downloading.
-
"very nice browser"
Version: Visual Explorer 3.0
Pros
easy download loads of options
Cons
internet explorer mark 2
Summary
i was looking for something different,but as i explained above internet explorer mark 2.
-
"At last a decent way to use Internet Explorer."
Version: Visual Explorer 3.0
Pros
Finally a product that has persuaded me that Internet Explorer is not the spawn of The Devil. Visual Explorer 3.0 runs on top of the basic IE install and adds so many new features I could never go through them all here. As a browser it's top of the line and with then new added video downloading and converting features it leaves it's host, and most of it's rivals, for dead. I have seen the future and it is Visual Explorer. All right, that's a bit over the top, but it is an excellent browser with more useful (and that's the operative word, useful) features in one package than any other browser I've auditioned so far.
Cons
The only "con" I can come up with is that Visual Exporer requires me to have Internet Explorer installed but that's a purely personal thing and the majority of Windows users will have it anyway.
Summary
In summary I'd say that Visual Explorer is a huge step in the right direction for todays media hungry users and casual web users alike.
-
"Really great alternative to Internet Explorer"
Version: Visual Explorer 3.0
Pros
This browser works with my Internet Explorer favorites and is faster to load web pages. I particularly like the Quick Search feature, being able to right-click any word (or words) on a web and immediately search them using Google.
Cons
None, I really like it
-
"Version 3 is Awesome!"
Version: Visual Explorer 3.0
Pros
I have been using the previous version of Visual Explorer and cannot believe the advances in this latest incarnation. It is faster and I love the Video View interface. I'm just starting to use the Remove Noise feature with YouTube videos. Brilliant!
Cons
Nothing at all.
-
"Nothing special"
Version: Visual Explorer 2.0
Pros
Works just as well as IE
Cons
See pros. To bad you can't use both without changing each others settings.
Summary
Good if you have a prejudice against IE
-
"download worked"
Version: Visual Explorer 2.0
Pros
the download worked
Cons
browser never showed up
Summary
anxious to try based on reviews but didn't happen. i may keep trying.
-
"good for most folk"
Version: Visual Explorer 2.0
Pros
does everything they and our editor says.
Cons
not for me
Summary
Slimbrowser is for me the very best,but visual is well worth a try.
-
"It got to be good to get better"
Version: Visual Explorer 2.0
Pros
And this is good--not fantastic- nothing exceptionel.
But steady and easy to overlook.
Nice that it can take over from explorer.Cons
Hmmm nothing alarming
Summary
It did not exite me -but did not make me feel bad
-
"Smart new browser, exciting to use"
Version: Visual Explorer 2.0
Pros
I like the clean interface and it feels fresh and new, not tired like some of the other browsers. There's a lot of features on the menus and under options that are not immediately apparent so I'm always finding something new.
Cons
I've not found anything.
Add Your Review
Submit your reply
E-mail this review
Report offensive content
See more CNET content tagged:
Previous Versions:
