Show HN: Tokie – A file manager that turns folders into Notion-style databases

3 points by chendabo 7 days ago

Hi HN,

I want to share a new project I built — Tokie, a file manager alternative that turns a regular folder into a Notion-style database.

The idea started when I realized how limited the default file manager experience is. I always wanted to:

- Add custom labels and status fields to files and folders - Take notes inside a folder and edit them inline, without opening a separate app - Save links or web references to a folder, so they stay with related files and research

Basically, I wanted folders to do more than just store files — I wanted them to work the way my brain does when I’m organizing, researching, or building something.

So I built Tokie to bring some of the flexibility of online productivity tools into a local desktop file manager.

It runs on macOS (M-series chips only for now). No signup required.

Try it here: https://tokie.is

Would love feedback on the idea, UX, and what workflows you'd want it to support! and maybe connect to your online apps(which is possible in future iterations)