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 file managers . The list includes both programs that have a graphical interface and console utilities, the action of which occurs using the "Terminal" (an analogue of the command line in Windows).
GUI File Managers
Of course, the most popular are Linux file managers, which have a graphical shell, since for the average user they are more familiar and it is much easier to use them.
Linux distributions use a wide variety of managers, but listing them simply makes no sense. Now the most popular of them will be presented.
Nautilus
Probably the Linux file manager called Nautilus is the most common. And there is a very reasonable explanation for this. It is used in distributions with the graphical shell of the Gnome desktop. In turn, Ubuntu is distributed on a modified Gnome, which has the name Unix, and as you know, it is Ubuntu - the most popular distribution in the world and in the CIS in particular.
Nautilus compares favorably with its competitors for the following reasons:
It has the ability to connect FTP, WebDAV (HTTPS), Windows, SSH and WebDAV (HTTP).
In the manager window, you can create tabs similar to browsers.
There is support for scripts that can greatly expand the functionality of the program.
The history of transitions.
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 in line Linux file manager will be Nemo. He deserves this position, as 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 Linux Mint file manager has the following distinguishing features:
Uses GIO and GVFS.
It is possible to open directories with superuser rights.
Has a terminal rack 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 whole list of advantages, only the main ones, but they are enough for the reader to form his own opinion. By the way, this manager is recommended to users who have just decided to switch from Windows to Linux, as their managers are very similar to each other.
Dolphin
The next Linux file manager is Dolphin. It is standard on the KDE desktop. Bringing the original distribution kit with this desktop shell will not work, 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 undo and redo (CTRL + Z) of the performed action.
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, while in the meantime we move on and move on to console file managers.
Console File Managers
The popularity of console file managers is no longer the same as it was before. They are used less and less, but they should not be discounted. Some are able to surprise with their functions. Of course, their appearance is not as pretty as that of managers with a GUI, but everyone has different tastes.
Midnight commander
Midnight Commander, or as it is briefly called MC, is the first console file manager for Linux. And as many were able to notice, our list is a kind of TOP.
MC is the most popular console manager. He received recognition due to its simplicity and convenience. Its functionality has 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 such an option. Among other things, MC is a two-panel Linux file manager, however, almost every console version of this utility has this feature.
As for the features, they are as follows:
Ability to mass rename files.
Single option templates are supported.
You can view the contents of DEB and RMP packets.
Ability to interact with archives.
There is a built-in text editor MCedit.
Ability to work in FISH and FTP client.
If you want to use the console file manager, then MC is a great choice. However, in the market for these programs, MC has good competitors, one of which will be discussed later.
Last file manager
LFM is practically no different from MC, so it makes no sense to paint its advantages. Now we will briefly go over its distinguishing features.
It is possible to change the view (single-panel and two-panel).
You can work with archives - VFM perceives them as ordinary directories.
There is an option to compare files.
There is a log of actions by type of history 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 a graphical interface and console. Choosing which one to use is only for you. And this article is intended only to superficially touch upon the features of each program in order to make a choice was easier.