Linux Storage: Avoid These Common Mistakes When Working on Partitions

[@D.von.N]

Now, I have a lmde in LVM on half of my disk and want to install ubuntu into the remaining part. Why does that installer warn me it will overwrite LVM and swap, when only the partition for ubuntu is ticked, format set up for exr4 journalling system and root defined by /? Even colours ditinguish the partitione for ubuntu separately from everything else, in the installer as well as in gparted. I cannot get my head around it. I just installed lmde mint cinnamon, resized it, created another partition for ubuntu and ubuntu wants to overwrite other parts too? I don't get it.

[@DV-ml4fm]

I use LVM. You can expand or decrease on the spot. Plus do snapshots of your lvm.

[@skelebro9999]

really needed video. when installing arch i forgot to create a swap partition. this video will help a lot!

[@SavvyNik]

Glad it helped remind

[@MrGrummpy]

Thank you. This helped me avoid some big errors. 😀

[@sharonlima8913]

Thank you SavvyNik You saved me hours of time waste! Summary This video provides guidance on avoiding common mistakes when working with Linux partitions, particularly for beginners. It emphasizes the use of GParted, handling swap space, and understanding the Linux partitioning scheme. Highlights 💡 Use GParted for efficient partition management. 💡 Be cautious when handling swap space; it may need to be disabled before making changes. 💡 Understand the Linux partitioning scheme and ensure there's no data behind the partition you're extending. 💡 Avoid making changes to EFI partitions or any areas with existing data. 💡 Consider using a live image or disk for partition edits to avoid issues with mounted systems. 💡 Enable swap space after designating it to ensure your system recognizes and uses it. 💡 Linux beginners should follow these guidelines to prevent common pitfalls when working with partitions.

[@SavvyNik]

Glad to hear it. Thanks for the summary!

[@unklebonehead]

I've tried using gparted in Pop!_OS to change a partition that was created on install of Ubuntu 23.04 that it could not write the changes. I had to boot into a live Ubuntu 23.04 to change any partitions on 23.04. I think I remember it saying something about the GPT tables.

[@SavvyNik]

Thanks! Yes, most distros will require you to boot into a live image to make changes to the partitions / storage.

[@unklebonehead]

@@SavvyNik I meant it wouldnt do it from a Pop!_OS live image. I had to go burn a new Ubuntu 23.04. Even an Ubuntu 22.04 wouldnt do it. Something is changed on gparted between 22.04 and 23.04.

[@SavvyNik]

Well I can't say I've ran into that issue before.

[@randomguychannel39]

How to deal with encrypted partitions since gpartes sees it as occupying the whole partition

[@biblessin]

Informative

[@jonathankr]

Why and what? Why do we need a partition? Why would we change the size?

[@guilherme5094]

👍!

[@alexstone691]

I appreciate these videos, although they are not for me they will certainly help other people as you explain pretty clearly

[@Evgen13Great]

But you can move swap partition to the end of your disk, can't you?

[@SavvyNik]

Sure but if it used to be at the front you’re going to have incongruent space because there will be a gap between partitions.

[@adityaaarya4535]

saved me

[@BitsOfTruth]

Where is Boot partition?

[@SheikhAmeen]

EFI

[@stricarzi]

been there, done that

[@SavvyNik]

haha