Nautilus is a free, open-source and user-friendly file explorer application. It is the default file manager for the GNOME desktop environment, an open-source graphical user interface for Linux-based operating systems. Nautilus provides users with an intuitive interface for managing and organizing their files, folders, and directories. It has a number of features, including support for drag and drop, file previews, and the ability to browse and manipulate remote file systems, such as FTP and SMB/Windows shares. Nautilus is designed to be simple to use, with a focus on productivity and efficiency. It is also highly customizable, allowing users to add extensions and plugins to enhance its functionality.
nautilus Command Examples
1. Launch Nautilus:
# nautilus
2. Launch Nautilus as root user:
# nautilus
3. Launch Nautilus and display a specific directory:
# nautilus /path/to/directory
4. Launch Nautilus with a specific file or directory selected:
# nautilus --select /path/to/file_or_directory
5. Launch Nautilus in a separated window:
# nautilus --new-window
6. Close all Nautilus instances:
# nautilus --quit
7. Display help:
# nautilus --help