When an executable file is clicked there is a dialog with the following options: "Open", "Execute", "Cancel" which I find very useful. There is a minor nag: the term "Open" is often used in the sense of "opening or starting a program or script" which is the opposite of what the button actually means. I suggest to rename the "Open" button to "View / Edit".
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With the new icons on "Open" and "Execute" the situation is much better. Thanks.