File tree view in Notepad++

Question

I was wondering how to make a file tree view in Notepad++, like other editors have, where I could open a file by clicking on it?

Answer 1

As of Notepad++ 6.9, the new Folder as Workspace feature can be used.

Folder as Workspace opens your folder(s) in a panel so you can browse folder(s) and open any file in Notepad++. Every changement in the folder(s) from outside will be synchronized in the panel. Usage: Simply drop 1 (or more) folder(s) in Notepad++.

This feature has the advantage of not showing your entire file system when just the working directory is needed. It also means you don't need plugins for it to work.