If you're using Windows on a Macintosh machine, you've likely noticed that Mac partitions aren't readable from Windows. This is a major drawback compared to using virtualization software like VMWare Fusion or Parallels. Enter HFSExplorer, a Java-based application that bridges this gap by allowing you to read Mac-formatted hard disks and disk images. It supports HFS (Mac OS Standard), HFS+ (Mac OS Extended), and HFSX (Mac OS Extended with case-sensitive file names), including system files. HFSExplorer also features a tool to detect and manage HFS files across different partitions. Notably, it enables you to extract files from Mac partitions and open UDIF image disks (.dmg files). This makes HFSExplorer an invaluable tool for anyone needing seamless access to Mac files from a Windows environment.



I had mixed feelings about HFSExplorer. It did recover a few files, but some were still missing. It’s user-friendly, but I think there's room for improvement in performance. Glad I tried it though.