Why Terminal File Managers?
I often find myself in situations where I need to manage files on a remote Linux server or a local machine. Using the usual commands can be tedious. That's where terminal file managers come in.
Features of Terminal File Managers
Some terminal file managers, like Yazi, offer features like built-in code highlighting, image decoding, and a plug-in system. Others, like Ranger, have a Vim-like interface and a three-column design.
What I Loved vs What Felt Weird
- What I Loved:
- Ranger's three-column design makes navigating directories easy
- Automatic preview of text files, images, PDFs, and videos
- Easy keyboard navigation
- What Felt Weird:
- Getting used to the Vim-like interface in Ranger
- Not all terminal file managers have a plug-in system like Yazi
Key Performance Changes
With fast keyboard navigation and automatic previews, terminal file managers like Ranger make managing files a breeze. When you hit Enter on a text file, it opens in your default text editor.