File manager in Linux capable of more than just folder navigation. In this article we will look at tools for sorting out your data.
For a huge number of users, a file manager is just a nice tool that helps navigate directories on your disk. Over the decades, this ubiquitous tool has become a key component of most desktops.
KDE, Gnome, Mate, Cinnamon, Xfce and even newer ones like Deepin have their own file manager. These tools are well integrated into the desktop and offer a rich range of features such as search, the ability to create compressed archives, etc.
All the tools on our list have been in development for many years, and with the exception of SpaceFM and XFE, they are the default managers of popular desktop distributions. And while the default file manager should satisfy your basic needs computer world, we sincerely hope that our Comparison will reveal something new and interesting to you about the projects that we will tell you about, and you will want to try them due to their unique offers.
True, there is a huge selection of file managers, which we are not able to talk about due to space limitations and our own condition of describing exclusively GUI tools.
How we tested file managers in Linux
The tools in our list were installed on Fedora 27 Workstation. Starting with the Gnome edition, we installed KDE on top to access all the features of the Dolphin file manager. All other tools are available in the software repositories of Fedora and other distributions.
Although file managers themselves are lightweight, they sometimes require a huge amount of resources. Beyond performance, we'll look at the search capabilities of these tools. We'll also look at whether they integrate well into the desktop and allow encryption and compression operations.
We are looking for a tool that is easy to use. Bonus points- if it has customization capabilities and allows you to add features through plugins and extensions.
Best File Managers on Linux
The sidebar content is divided into Places, Recently Saved, Search for, and Devices. Click on any item and Dolphin will list all the files you've changed since your first download of the day. Dolphin is also configured to display additional information about files and folders in the current directory.
From the Preferences window you can select the services you want to be available in the context menu, such as Run in Konsole or Send via Bluetooth, and Dolphin offers a ton of default options. If there are many image files in the current directory, the Preview button on the top bar will show you thumbnails. Drag any directory to the left sidebar by creating a bookmark; or by clicking right click under the Places heading in the sidebar, click on Add entry.
Unlike Dolphin, Gnome Files has a minimalist interface, with no toolbars or too many buttons to get in the way. You can create new folders and change the scale, as well as create bookmarks for the current directory or simply drag the directory to the left sidebar to do this. By default, Gnome Files shows the name, size, and modification date for each file or folder in the current directory. Click on the Visible Columns button if you need Additional Information, for example, Type, Owner, or Permission.
When you want to customize the tool, click on the Files icon on the desktop panel and then Preferences. Opening a file/directory with one click is configured in the Behavior tab of the Preferences window. Like Dolphin, Gnome Files can open multiple tabs in a window.
Official project page
Unlike Gnome Files, which supports tabs but not split panels, SpaceFM allows you to open four panels, and you can open multiple tabs in each. This is convenient when working with several directories at the same time, since each panel can be used to independently navigate through the file system. For each panel you can select the file system tree, bookmarks and list external devices, displayed in the sidebar.
The tool remembers the last directory accessed and opens new instances with the same directory, unlike other tools that stick to the ~/ directory by default. In addition, the SpaceFM interface is highly customizable. While other tools in Compare support zooming, allowing you to enlarge icons in the current directory, SpaceFM and XFE do not.
The interface features a single status bar, a menu bar, and a sidebar capable of showing bookmarks (called shortcuts) or a file system tree. From the Preferences window, you can configure the tool to open files and directories. If you want the main panel to display more than just the file name and size, click on View > Configure Columns.
Besides Dolphin and Gnome Files, Thunar is another tool with bulk renaming support, and shares another feature with Gnome Files: both allow Templates. This is a document formatted to your specifications and used to create new documents. To create a new template file with the required formatting and basic structure, right-click and select Create Document >
Unlike its rivals, the XFE interface offers a series of toolbars with a variety of buttons by default. The tool supports running a terminal (Xterm) by default. If you are using an alternative terminal, you can change the configured applications in the Preferences window. In theory, XFE allows you to run XFE as root by pressing the Shift + F3 key combination, but this did not work for us.
The main window is called the panel and XFE offers several interfaces. In addition to the default view, which is a sidebar tree view and panel, you can also select two-panel interface, reminiscent of the split interface in Dolphin. Other options include "single panel" and "two panels with wood". Unlike other tools, XFE does not show thumbnails or provide previews of image files.
Useful File Manager Features
What makes them special?
All the tools on our list can perform the basic function of directory navigation. And all support breadcrumb, which allows you to keep track of paths as you delve deeper into subdirectories. Dolphin and Gnome Files, the oldest projects on our list, also support Undo and Redo features. Although Dolphin has had this feature for a long time, Gnome Files only recently introduced it.
Gnome Files remembers the last operation performed and allows you to undo the action and return to the last action if possible. For example, if you create new folder and then one more, the last action can be canceled. That is, the folder created last will be deleted. But if you create a new folder or copy multiple files into a new folder, then the undo option means you can undo the copy.
Dolphin has much greater capabilities regarding memories and remembering all actions for open this moment window. The default file manager for KDE also offers an integrated terminal. It uses Konsole as a terminal emulator, so you must have KDE installed to access this feature. Dolphin also allows you to add tags to your files and folders. Although Gnome File has been in development for some time, at the time of writing Gnome Files doesn't offer a tagging feature, and the other file managers in this month's Comparison don't even have it on their planned list.
The Path Bar in SpaceFM is located in each panel above the list of files for the current directory. In the simplest way, the Path Bar allows you to see the path to the current folder, but it also provides a breadcrumb function. ed.]. This means you can Ctrl-click part of the path to go to that directory.
If you are in the /home/linuxlala/Documents/articles/2017/PDF/ directory, and hold down Ctrl and click on the Documents part of the path, you will immediately find yourself in the ~/Documents directory. You can also run commands from the address bar without leaving the terminal, but you must use one of the following prefixes: $ to run a task, & to run a command in the background, + to run a command in a terminal, and finally ! to run the command as root.
File manager integration with desktop
Do these file managers work well with other programs?
File managers come in the most different forms and sizes, but fortunately they are no longer so tightly tied to their native desktop environment, and you can install any of our list on top of your current desktop. However, it would be unfair to judge these projects too harshly if, outside of its native environment, a feature does not work as advertised.
Both Gnome Files and Thunar allow you to set a selected image as wallpaper from context menu. On our Fedora 27 Gnome installation, Gnome Files did the job flawlessly, something Thunar couldn't. Gnome Files can also create compressed archives of selected files or send them as an email attachment, but that's about it.
By default, Dolphin is tightly integrated with the desktop, even on top of Gnome, but only if you have KDE installed. The reason is that some of its functions, for example, creating a project file [burning to CD/DVD - approx. ed.] using K3b, Send as mail [Send as postal message] and encryption, refer to such KDE programs, like Kmail and Kgpg respectively.
All projects recognize file types and provide appropriate actions, such as extracting files from archives, installing/uninstalling RPM packages, mounting ISO images, etc.
Apart from XFE, all of this month's projects allow you to select files and send them as email attachments, which requires configuration by default mail client. Although SpaceFM supports the option to send via e-mail files, the implementation of this function here is rather strange: the option is not offered for all file types.
Ease of use with the file manager
User friendliness is a virtue.
The raison d'être of a file manager is to help you sort out your files and directories. This is why organizational skills are so important. All the tools on our list allow you to view files in a directory as a list or as large or small icons.
You can also zoom in and out and drag and drop files. Well, we need a tool that simplifies switching between directories and accessing remote media and other partitions on the disk. It would also be nice if the tools could create bookmarks for frequently used directories.
As the number of files increases, you may not always be able to remember the contents of a file by its name. The same can be said for images: a descriptive file name may not be enough to make you remember what image it is, so a preview feature is also important.
Documentation and support
There is no such thing as too much help.
In addition to feature overviews, KDE's User-Base Wiki also offers hints, tips, and guides on how to best use Dolphin. These cover navigating the file system, using individual icons for folders, using the bulk rename feature, etc. The File Management wiki page discusses the interface, panels, bookmarks, and other features at length. Although there is no dedicated forum here, you can use the official KDE forums if necessary. Another useful resource is the Handbook, which can be opened by pressing F1 in Dolphin.
Gnome Files Help discusses all its features and is divided into different categories, such as general tasks, file-related tasks, external drives, and even offers some tips.
In addition to the user-developed Wiki on GitHub, the SpaceFM user guide on the site offers a detailed introduction to working with the tool, and also discusses in detail the various customization options and features offered by Panels, Path Bar, etc. User-developed plugins are listed in the project's wiki. The forums hosted on Source-Forge are an additional resource, and you can also reach out to users and developers in the #spacefm IRC channel.
The documentation for Thunar, accompanied by screenshots, covers various aspects of this file manager, such as the interface, working with files/folders and useful plugins.
Supported protocols
Can these file managers connect to remote PCs?
To help you connect to different computers on your network with different operating systems or remote computers, file managers also support various protocols. This means that to access remote computers you do not need to install additional graphics programs. Most of the file managers on our list support different network protocols. However, this feature is not offered by the tools themselves and you will have to install the underlying components yourself. For example, you should already have the necessary Samba packages installed if you want to access Windows computers on your network.
SpaceFM and Thunar also use udevil and gvfs to provide support for different protocols, so be sure to install these utilities before testing these file managers. In addition to using Samba to connect to remote computers, you can also use our file managers as FTP clients to access remote servers. Once you install the required NFS components, you can also mount and then access directories on another Linux computer on your network from the convenience of your favorite file manager.
For users who still prefer SSH protocols and FISH for securely transferring files to remote computers can do this too. The XFE is the only loser in this test. It does not support any protocol and is only suitable for viewing local disk and sections.
Plugins and extensions
Who wouldn't want additional features?
Dolphin does not offer a centralized list of supported plugins or extensions. However, the KDE Store offers easy access to the Dolphin Service Menus from the KDE App-Addons header in the sidebar. Each of these adds further options to the context menu, such as addition jpg conversion to png, the essence of which is quite clear, and uses Imagemagick to convert images. There are similar extensions for converting media files to different formats, exporting Libreoffice documents to PDF, etc.
Like Dolphin, Gnome Files also does not offer a list of plugins and extensions on the project website or wiki. Since the project is still called by its original name internally, run the dnf search nautilus command in Fedora to list the plugins available in the software repositories. You can then install useful extensions such as gnome-terminal-nautilus and nautilus-image-converter. Similar extensions will help you link Gnome Files to Dropbox, ownCloud and other services.
The SpaceFM Wiki lists all available plugins, such as the ClamAV plugin, which gives the ability to scan selected files/folders using Cla-mAV. Another plugin helps to encrypt/decrypt selected files/folders using GPG. Creating a plugin for Space-FM is quite easy, and the entire process is discussed in great detail in the official documentation.
You can find a number of plugins for Thunar in the official Xfce repositories on Git. Archive plugins add an option to create an archive from the context menu. Likewise, the shares plugin creates a fast general access to folders using Samba. The media tags plugin adds ID3/OGG support to the bulk rename dialog.
Search flexibility
This is how a file manager makes or breaks the future.
The metaphor of two sides of a coin perfectly describes the constant increase in disk space. On the one hand, high-capacity disks make it possible to save files on your system without transferring them to a backup DVD copy. The downside is that when searching for a file, you are often forced to wade through a huge number of directories. All the more important is the search capabilities of your file manager.
Dolphin uses Baloo, the file indexing and search framework in KDE Plasma, to process search queries. This means that you must allow Baloo to maintain an active index of all files on your system. If you don't do this, the search will return null results, even if you know for sure that the file you're looking for exists on disk. In addition to using name masks, you can search for files by type, such as audio or document, and narrow the results based on rating.
In Gnome Files, you can limit your search by file type. In addition to PDF, images, tables, presentations, videos and other types, the tool also allows you to select from an impressive list of formats in alphabetical order. You can also set the last used or last modified date. To search within the current directory, the tool also supports wildcard search. This means you can search for a file using patterns that describe the filename, such as *trip*.png, which will select all PNG files in the current directory, which have trip in the file name.
Search in SpaceFM is transferred to a separate window; it can be accessed via File > File Search. Although many variables are supported for pattern search, described in the manual, the search is capricious and unpredictable - it does not always work.
XFE can search in hidden files. You can also limit your search by size, type, or last modified date. You can even search for files by permissions: for example, limit the search to files created by the user linuxlala and with last change 60 days earlier with resolution 0644. You can also specify whether you are looking for a file, folder, socket, link or channel. Recursive searches are also allowed, and you can configure this tool to use symbolic links.
Which file manager is better?
On paper, all the tools in this Comparison are well-matched. XFE, despite being the brainchild of a single developer, can compete with powerful projects supported by an entire team of developers and large user communities. XFE not only lacks plugins or extensions: it also doesn't support any network protocol. This lack of support for SMB, NFS and other protocols is unfortunate, and XFE finishes last despite its impressive search capabilities. Unfortunately, Thunar has almost no search capabilities, so it cannot claim a place on the podium. But although Thunar and XFE occupy the bottom two places, they have their advantages. If you don't use a file manager to connect to remote computers, you'll be pleased with XFE's simplicity and speed.
features it scores higher than Gnome Files due to its superior address bar Path Bar, which allows you to run commands without calling a separate terminal. But the unreliability of its search and failure to provide appropriate context menu options for all file types is holding it back.
Dolphin and Gnome Files were about equal in all tests, with the exception of desktop integration, where Dolphin outperformed the rest by default. But once you install a few Gnome Files extensions, you'll get the same functionality offered by Dolphin. Additionally, Gnome Files' undo/redo function is limited in use because it only remembers the last operation, unlike Dolphin, which remembers all operations for the currently open window. Let's hope the developers work on this feature with a more Dolphin-style approach to undo/redo operations. Although Gnome Files doesn't allow you to add tags, the Dolphin implementation doesn't seem to be very useful since you can't use tags as search criteria.
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A short excursion into the world of file Linux managers.
A description of each file manager will be accompanied by a command to install it using Ubuntu as an example. That is, an example of installation using a package manager apt-get. In the case of Fedora apt-get should be replaced with dnf. And in openSUSE on zipper. IN Red Hat and centOS on yum.
To install the file manager, you will need to enter the administrator password. You will also need to confirm the installation by entering in the terminal capital letters Y.
Dolphin
A file manager that comes with the KDE Plasma desktop.
Dolphin has a customizable interface. You can enable two-pane data display mode. It is possible to quickly connect to any remote resource. There are three different styles display files and folders. Dolphin also lets you open multiple tabs and switch between them, even in dual-pane mode.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install dolphin.
Along with Dolphin, the necessary KDE shell components will be downloaded to your computer to run programs from the Plasma desktop. Therefore, the final size of the downloaded data will be much larger than expected.
This is Dolphin running in two-panel mode. Looks minimalistic and clear
Double Commander
Another “two-panel” that is very popular, and not only among Linux users. It can often be found on Windows computers.
Double Commander is good because by default it includes a ton of mini-applications for viewing the contents of files and working with them. There is a button for comparing folders and documents, there is a built-in text editor(intelligent, by the way, with syntax highlighting and other delights).
At the same time, the capabilities of Double Commander can be expanded using plugins.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install doublecmd-qt.
This is what the analogue looks like Total Commander for Linux
Nautilus
Nautilus was developed as part of the Gnome 3 shell, so if you have Ubuntu or Fedora installed, you're likely already familiar with Nautilus.
Like other Gnome 3 components, Nautilus looks nice, but is not as functional as most of its competitors. No tabs or two-pane viewing modes. Only the base. For example, it can connect to:
- WebDAV and so on.
Although he still has his own chips. Nautilus can be enhanced with scripts. So programmers will have room to expand in terms of “upgrading” the application.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install nautilus.
This is what modern file managers look like in Linux
Konqueror
Two-in-one program. It is a browser for both local storage and web pages. Moreover, even its design, clearly tailored for working with the Internet, speaks about this.
The dual nature of the program prevents it from becoming convenient enough both for working with local files and for working with websites. It lacks features from competing apps for managing local data, and it's too slow for browsing the Internet.
But a two-panel data display mode is supported, and in the panels you can open a folder on your computer and a website at the same time.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install konqueror.
Home folder and website open in Konqueror
Krusader
This is a more advanced and functional file manager developed by the team behind the KDE Plasma desktop. But it looks great and works in any shell.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install krusader
As is the case with other KDE applications, Krusader will install a bunch of necessary programs, which will greatly increase the weight of the file manager.
As you can see, the design is quite familiar - many will already be familiar with it
PCMANFM
Another solution that visually resembles a web browser. True, unlike Konqueror, PCMANFM cannot open websites. And in general, it is far from the most functional file manager.
But it is understandable and very easy. It is used in distributions like Arch in conjunction with some simple shell like LXDE (which is part of it) or a window manager like IceWM. It requires few resources, so it is in demand among those who are still sitting on an old, low-power computer. And this manager:
- supports the cart,
- allows you to edit system menu applications,
- supports plugins and third-party extensions,
- performs advanced searches in the file system, etc.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install pcmanfm.
Not flashy, but for many this is enough
Thunar
The tiniest graphical file manager on our list. Thunar is part of the XFCE shell, which is famous for being mere pennies in weight and requiring an obscenely small amount of resources to run, even in 2019.
Actually, Thunar continues the shell philosophy. Just as small and light, but still quite functional. Thunar supports controls using mouse gestures, and there are basic tools for automating the behavior of connected drives. Support available additional extensions and settings using scripts. So looks can be deceiving - this utility is capable of a lot.
Command to install: sudo apt-get install thunar.
He looks so awkward
VIFM
The only file manager in the collection that launches and works in the terminal. VIFM is an obvious choice for those who use a Linux distribution without a GUI. It has all the basic features like being able to connect to an FTP server, but it's main feature- control circuit. It tries to copy the philosophy of moving and editing files in the manner of the popular text editor Vi, which is famous for its strange, but for many, attractive and convenient controls.
By the way, it looks stylish for a console program
XFE
And a bonus in the form of a file manager, which in its entirety copies the design of Windows of previous years. XFE has a built-in image viewer and text editor. Tools for working with DEB and RPM packages. The ability to undo and redo operations to, for example, return an accidentally deleted file.
Very similar to Windows 98
This concludes our review. I hope that you have found a suitable file manager for yourself.
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A file manager is an integral element of every operating system. It allows you to fully interact with all files, directories and their dependencies located on the computer's storage device. This article will introduce the most popular Linux. The list will include both programs that have a graphical interface and console utilities, the action of which occurs through the use of the “Terminal” (analogous to command line on Windows).
File managers with graphical interface
Of course, the most popular are Linux file managers that have a graphical shell, since they are more familiar to the average user and are much easier to use.
IN Linux distributions A wide variety of managers are used, but there is simply no point in listing them all. The most popular of them will now be presented.
Nautilus
Probably the Linux file manager called Nautilus is the most common. And there is a completely reasonable explanation for this. It is used in distributions with the Gnome graphical desktop shell. In turn, Ubuntu is distributed on a modified Gnome, which is called Unix, and as you know, Ubuntu is the most popular distribution in the whole world and in the CIS in particular.
Nautilus compares favorably with its competitors for the following reasons:
It has FTP, WebDAV (HTTPS), Windows, SSH and WebDAV (HTTP) connectivity.
In the manager window, you can create tabs similar to browsers.
There is support for scripts that can significantly expand the functionality of the program.
The history of transitions is maintained.
Images, text, audio and video can be previewed.
Supports bookmarks.
Many people believe that Nautilus is the best Linux file manager, but it would be wiser to try it yourself.
Nemo
The second Linux file manager in line will be Nemo. It deserves this position because it is used in the Cinnamon graphical shell, which is installed by default in Linux Mint, and this distribution is considered the second most popular.
The file manager in Linux Mint has the following distinctive features:
Uses GIO and GVFS.
It is possible to open directories with superuser rights.
Features a terminal stand design.
Convenient and “correct” management of GTK bookmarks.
The interface is equipped with a large number of buttons that help in navigating disk space.
There is support for several configuration options.
Of course, this is not the entire list of advantages, only the main ones, but they are enough for the reader to form his own opinion. By the way, this particular manager is recommended to users who have just decided to switch from Windows to Linux, since their managers are very similar to each other.
Dolphin
The next Linux file manager is Dolphin. It is standard for the KDE desktop. It will not be possible to provide the original distribution with this desktop shell, since KDE is a separate development. However, users can easily install any distribution, such as Ubuntu, with this desktop shell.
Compared to previous managers, Dolphin does not stand out much, but it also has its own characteristics:
Access to Web resources.
Support for undoing and redoing (CTRL+Z) completed actions.
Ability to use multiple tabs.
Using a variety of panels.
If you liked this “exhibit”, then you urgently need to switch to the KDE working environment, and in the meantime we are moving on and moving on to console file managers.
Console file managers
The popularity of console file managers is no longer what it used to be. They are used less and less, but they should not be discounted. Some can surprise you with their functions. Of course, their appearance is not as nice as that of managers with a GUI, but everyone has different tastes.
Midnight Commander
Midnight Commander, or MC as it is briefly called, is the first console file manager for Linux. And as many have noticed, our list is a kind of TOP.
MC is the most popular console manager. It gained recognition due to its simplicity and convenience. Its functionality includes many buttons located at the bottom of the console window, but its main advantage is the ability to control the mouse. Not every manager can boast of this option. Among other things, MC is a two-panel Linux file manager, but almost every console version of this utility has this function.
As for the features, they are as follows:
Possibility of mass renaming of files.
Individual option templates are supported.
You can view the contents of DEB and RMP packages.
Ability to interact with archives.
There is a built-in text editor MCedit.
Ability to work in FISH and FTP clients.
If you want to use a console file manager, then MC is a great choice. However, MC has good competitors in the market for these programs, one of which will be discussed below.
Last File Manager
LFM is practically no different from MC, so there is no point in describing its advantages. Now we will briefly go over its distinctive features.
It is possible to change the view (single-panel and double-panel).
You can work with archives - VFM treats them as regular directories.
There is an option to compare files.
There is a history-type activity log in browsers.
It is possible to create bookmarks.
You can change the color.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are many Linux file managers. There are both GUI and console ones. It's up to you to choose which one to use. And this article is intended to only superficially touch upon the features of each program in order to make it easier to make a choice.
Double Commander— two-panel file manager with open source code, working under Linux(GNOME, KDE environments), as well as in Microsoft Windows.
Double Commander - it's cross platform open source file manager, with two panels. The goal of this project is to create a file manager similar in functionality to Total Commander and compatible with its plugins.
Initially the project was developed as free alternative the most popular file manager Total Commander. However, in the process of development, this manager has grown into a separate and powerful application that combines all the main functionality Total Commander(including support for its plugins), as well as some of its own special, convenient and useful options.
Program features
Unicode support.
All operations are performed in the background.
Bulk renaming tool.
Tabbed support.
Customizable speakers.
Built-in text editor (F4) with syntax highlighting.
Built-in file viewer (F3) to view files in hexadecimal, binary or text formats.
Working with archives is the same as with subdirectories; you can copy files to and from archives. Supported formats are ZIP, tar (TAR.GZ, TAR.BZ2), RPM, cpio, DEB, RAR.
Advanced file search, regular expressions when searching for files, including searching for text in any files.
Customizable toolbar with launch buttons external programs or internal teams menu.
Support for WCX, WDX and WLX plugins from Total Commander.
Logging of file operations.
A version was released some time ago Double Commander 0.7.3 beta.
What's new in Double Commander 0.7.3?
Improvements in the program's operation
Bugs fixed
Installation Double Commander V Ubuntu/Linux Mint
Open a terminal (Ctrl+Alt+T), copy and run this sequence of commands:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:alexx2000/doublecmd
sudo apt update
sudo apt install doublecmd-gtk
Note. QT application option, so you need to install it if you have a desktop environment KDE.
For installation QT applications Double Commander run the following command in a terminal:
sudo apt-get install doublecmd-qt
After installation you will find Double Commander V Standard applications or search in the menu:
Working with files in operating system Ubuntu is carried out through the appropriate manager. All distributions developed on the Linux kernel allow the user to modify in every possible way appearance OS, loading different shells. It is important to choose suitable option to make interaction with objects as comfortable as possible. Next we will talk about the best file manager x for Ubuntu, we will talk about their advantages and disadvantages, and also provide installation commands.
Nautilus is installed on Ubuntu by default, so I would like to start with it first. This manager was developed with a focus on novice users, navigation in it is quite convenient, the panel with all sections is on the left, where shortcuts are added quick launch. I would also like to note the support for several tabs, switching between which is done through the top panel. Nautilus is able to work in preview mode, this applies to text, images, sound and video.
In addition, the user can make all kinds of changes to the interface - adding bookmarks, logos, comments, setting backgrounds for windows and individual user scripts. From web browsers, this manager took the function of saving the browsing history of directories and individual objects. It's important to note that Nautilus tracks file changes as soon as they are made, without the need to refresh the screen, which is common in other shells.
Krusader
Krusader, unlike Nautilus, already has a more complex appearance due to its two-panel implementation. It supports advanced functionality for working with different types archives, synchronizes directories, allows you to work with mounted file systems and FTP. In addition, Krusader has a built-in good search script, a text viewer and editor, it is possible to set hot keys and compare files by content.
In each open tab The viewing mode is configurable separately, so you can customize your work environment to suit your needs. Each panel supports simultaneous opening of several folders at once. We also advise you to pay attention to the bottom panel, where the main buttons are located, as well as hot keys for launching them. Installation of Krusader is carried out through a standard "Terminal" by entering the command sudo apt-get install krusader.
Midnight Commander
A file manager with a text interface should definitely be included in our list today. This solution will be most useful when it is not possible to launch a graphical shell or you need to work through the console or various emulators "Terminal". One of the main advantages of Midnight Commander is the built-in text editor with syntax highlighting, as well as a customizable user menu that is launched with a standard key F2.
If you pay attention to the above screenshot, you will see that Midnight Commander operates through two panels showing the contents of folders. The current directory is indicated at the very top. Navigating through folders and launching files is carried out only using keys on the keyboard. This file manager is installed with the command sudo apt-get install mc , and launched via the console by entering mc .
Konqueror
Konqueror is the main component of the KDE graphical shell, acting as a browser and file manager at the same time. The tool is currently split into two different applications. The manager allows you to manage files and directories through an icon view, and dragging, copying and deleting is done in the usual way. The manager in question is completely transparent and allows you to work with archives, FTP servers, SMB resources (Windows) and optical disks.
In addition, it supports a split view into several tabs, which allows you to interact with two or more catalogs at once. Added terminal panel for quick access to the console, and also has a tool for bulk file renaming. The downside is the lack of automatic saving when changing the appearance of individual tabs. Installing Konqueror in the console is done using the command sudo apt-get install konqueror.
Dolphin
Dolphin is another project created by the KDE community, which is known to a wide range of users for its unique desktop shell. This file manager is a little similar to the one discussed above, but has some features. The improved appearance immediately catches your eye, but according to the standard only one panel opens, a second one needs to be created with my own hands. You have the opportunity to preview files before opening, configure the viewing mode (view through icons, details or columns). The navigation bar at the top is also worth mentioning - it makes it quite convenient to navigate through the catalogs.
There is support for multiple tabs, but saving does not occur after closing the window, so you will have to start everything again the next time you access Dolphin. Built in and additional panels— information about directories, objects and the console. Installation of the considered environment is also carried out using one line, and it looks like this: sudo apt-get install dolphin.
Double Commander
Double Commander is a bit like Midnight Commander mixed with Krusader, but it's not based on KDE, which can be a deciding factor when choosing a manager for certain users. The reason is that applications developed for KDE, when installed in Gnome, add a fairly large number of third-party add-ons, and this does not always suit advanced users. Double Commander is based on the GTK+ library of graphical interface elements. This manager supports Unicode (character encoding standard), has a directory optimization tool, bulk file editing, a built-in text editor and a utility for interacting with archives.
Built-in support for network interactions, for example, FTP or Samba. The interface is divided into two panels, which improves ease of use. As for adding Double Commander to Ubuntu, it happens by sequentially entering three different commands and downloading libraries through user repositories:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:alexx2000/doublecmd
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install doublecmd-gtk .
XFE
The developers of the XFE file manager claim that it consumes much less resources compared to its competitors, while offering enough flexible setup and extensive functionality. Available to you manual setting color scheme, replacing icons and using built-in themes. Drag and drop files are supported, but to open them directly requires additional customization, which causes difficulties for inexperienced users.
In one of latest versions XFE translation into Russian has been improved, the ability to adjust the scrollbar size has been added, and customizable commands for mounting and unmounting through the dialog box have been optimized. As you can see, XFE is constantly evolving - bugs are being fixed and a lot of new things are being added. Finally, let's leave the command to install this file manager from the official repository: sudo apt-get install xfe.
After downloading a new file manager, you can set it as active by changing system files, opening them one by one using the commands:
sudo nano /usr/share/applications/nautilus-home.desktop
sudo nano /usr/share/applications/nautilus-computer.desktop
Replace the lines there TryExec=nautilus And Exec=nautilus to TryExec=manager_name and Exec=manager_name. Perform the same steps in the /usr/share/applications/nautilus-folder-handler.desktop file, running it via sudo nano. There the changes look like this: TryExec=manager_name and Exec=manager name %U
Now you are familiar not only with the main file managers, but also with the procedure for installing them in the operating room Ubuntu system. Please note that sometimes official repositories are not available, so a notification will appear in the console. To solve, follow the instructions that appear or go to home page manager's website to find out about possible failures at work.
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