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#1685 Increase or remove the 20-file limit when opening multiple files

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2026-05-07
2026-05-07
blaz4net
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I am writing to suggest a small but significant improvement for power users regarding the 7-Zip File Manager. Currently, there is a built-in limitation where the program will not open more than 20 files inside archive simultaneously (when selecting multiple files and pressing Enter).
While I understand this limit is likely in place to prevent accidental system instability, modern hardware can easily handle more than 20 concurrent processes/windows. Being restricted to 20 files at a time can be a bottleneck for workflows that require quick inspection of many archives.
I would like to propose the following options:
Adjustable Limit: Add an option in Tools > Options that allows users to manually set the maximum number of files that can be opened at once.
Increase Hard Limit: If a settings toggle is not feasible, please consider increasing the hard-coded limit from 20 to 100. This would provide much more flexibility while still acting as a "safety net" against opening thousands of files by mistake.
Warning Prompt: Alternatively, if more than 20 files are selected, 7-Zip could show a confirmation dialog: "You are about to open [X] windows. Do you want to proceed?"

This change would greatly benefit users who deal with large sets of small files to open at once.
Thank you for considering this request.
Best regards,

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