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[Peek] Peek files via MTP (Phone via USB)

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#26,586 opened on Jun 2, 2023

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Description

Description of the new feature / enhancement

Peek should be able to preview files stored on an MTP device, preferably with ability to go back and forth between files as usual

Scenario when this would be used?

Browsing pictures from your phone mostly I know, sync exists, Phone app exists and many otherss but nothing beats Explorer and just plugging in to get exactly the file you need

Supporting information

Due to the way MTP is implemented even if it seems mostly seamless apps aren't aware of the context when opening a file from such device, it would be nice to get this somehow addressed too, but this is out of scope for PowerToys and a change that needs to ship with the OS itself

Contributor guide

Research direction
Investigate Windows MTP API (Portable Device API) and current PowerToys.Peek architecture to integrate file previews from MTP devices.
Tech stack
csharp
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
4
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
Over 1 week
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
WindowsC#MTP
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
25