Ubuntu Complete Beginner's Guide: Files & Folders

The easy beginner's guide to using the Ubuntu Linux operating system (part 3 of 6). Learn the linux file system and folder structure, and how to manage your documents & files using Nautilus, Ubuntu's default file manager.

[@jamesrobert2108]

As a newcomer to Linux after Mac, PC, and Windows, I find the the vast majority of learning resources to be patronisingly infantile or stunningly technical. This series is thoughtful, easy to understand, and a vast relief in the documentation wasteland. The structural concept of the Linux world is difficult for old hands to suss out alone. Deeply grateful.

[@thomasfitzpatrick3508]

A great resource for those of us who were middle aged or beyond before the advent of the pc. I did learn a lot and found it very useful indeed.

[@aliservan7188]

I can't believe I've been missing out on Linux for so long. I installed Mint and Ubuntu o an old laptop that could barely function with windows, and it runs like a dream with Linux. So much less stress. I'm never going back.

[@William_sJazzLoft]

Same here. I have little if any regret

[@All_Will_Be_Crab]

A Linux user who made aBill and Ted reference. This man has class.

[@William_sJazzLoft]

I might have saved myself SOOO much time and frustration had it occurred to me to watch this or some other video BEFORE I downloaded Ubuntu. I thought that you did an excellent job of explaining the differences between how Windows and Linux characterize and manage files. Two things that got my attention was how you explained the root directory and how you explain the menus and preferences. There's actually a little bit that is similar to Windows with among the notable exceptions being the structure. Linux treats everything like a file or a folder. Whereas windows starts with your C: drive and descends from there. Also in Linux by default executable text files are only displayed. Whereas in Windows by default you are prompted when downloading and executable text file. Thank you very much.

[@denisesilva3516]

Thank you for guidance in my way to freedom. Your tutorials made my move from Windows to Linux really easy! Most people overcomplicate things which put people off.

[@abraaoguia]

You're a really good teacher

[@damianbenard7461]

Very concise. I've been listening to your tutorials at work and can't want to convert a machine I just got that's congested with win 10

[@jimlanigan7298]

Excellent video. Your tutorials are a great resource for those thinking about making the change away from Windows. Do you have a short video explaining on how to navigate files when you have multiple hard drives? I believe that I saw a video showing that both drives will show up at once but I’m confused if you want to use a specific drive for certain file or file types. Thanks again

[@fymlinux]

Thanks, and great feedback. I'll probably make a separate video about how to prepare a 2nd hard drive for use in Linux/Ubuntu. Appreciate it! :)

[@EdHatesNoobTubers]

I wan to thank you for your time, I learned how to install Ubuntu thanks to your videos, they are clear and you show what is needed for a beginner. I now like Ubuntu it all started as an old small PC I had WIn10 on it but it could not run WIn 10 due to low specs but ubuntu is really good. Thank you again please keep up the good work, I have subscribed. Thank you again.

[@fymlinux]

Thanks so much for your kind words - really glad you found it helpful. I hope they continue to serve you well. 🙂

[@salmanahmed3054]

@@fymlinux what are the minimum requirements for ubunto? ?

[@fredericp64]

Suuuuper well explained !! You're a great teacher ty!

[@mayurvaghela8496]

You are really doing a great job

[@claudineibmb]

The bill and Ted reference was amazing ahhahaah

[@aliyanxgamer9647]

dude you are a life saver thanks

[@rogerskinene404]

So informative. Yo made my day

[@RichardvanHelden]

Very helpfull, thanks!!

[@devprakash5320]

wonderful explanation

[@akcjaxd7863]

Great job!

[@fymlinux]

Thanks so much!

[@aeebeecee3737]

Love your job

[@fymlinux]

Thanks so much for the kind words, glad you found it helpful! :)

[@aeebeecee3737]

Linux TV ❤️

[@IrOnCuRtAiN61]

I don't know if it was just me, but on the latest Ubuntu OS I won't be able to drag-and-move the file/folder I want from one storage drive or folder to another using the middle mouse button. In previous Ubuntu 12.04, I was able to do that. But on Ubuntu 20.04 its no longer possible, and I have no choice but to right click the file and select "Move to...". Is there any way to enable such feature?

[@kishorhossain6466]

Bro what is your ubuntu version? But I'm a developer and I'm very confused about the stability Between window vs ubuntu.. Also confused about which one is much more useful for multitasking... My PC is running under RYZEN 5 2600 with 2×4 GB 2400mhz dual channel Ram and Nvidia gtx 560ti graphic card... Thanks in advance

[@MePipe82]

I am using nemo for long time. Since around ubuntu 12.xx. Now i was upgrade from 18.04LTS to 20.04LTS (FocalFossa) and can not find any nemo-terminal extension. Any idea how to get it??

[@settydip3058]

Do the partition of HDD still exist after install Linux based OS?

[@chaitanyasingh7761]

can you make a video on how to use parrot HOME os(not security os) how for every day use? like explain all basic features which are used in every day life , where they are located , how to access them, etc etc . some things i wanted to know , because i wanted to make it my daily use os:- 1)where is the file explorer? 2)where can we see all our downloads? 3)what is the alternative of microsoft store in parrot os? 4)what is the alternative of spotlight in parrot os? 5)is installation process easy ? or you have to use the terminal? 6)how can you install different types of apps? 7)how to send mails in this? what is the default mail application in parrot os? 8)where can we find all our apps?what is the alternative of windows button? 9)can we buy microsoft products (like ms powerpoint etc) in this? will it come free? 10)how can we take screen shots and screen recordings in this? 11)how can we force quit? where is the task manager? 12)how can we preview search?like you can preview search on windows by clicking the "type to search here" box and you can search stuff in the internet , and in mac os u can use spot light for the same, but what about in parrot? 13)and finally ....is this even meant for daily use? please clarify all , it would be very helpful thankyou

[@cyclewala21]

How to Create Local Disk like windows (D Drive, E Drive) for personal files?

[@nikeshdubey4129]

Don't we have local drivers d, e etc in Linux? I want to store my files in different drivers. How can I do it?

[@abdallahtarek3602]

Do a video about Timeshift on Linux Mint I don't have external hard disk Is Timeshift will be useful for me

[@fymlinux]

Will do! Added to the production list. :) It would still likely be helpful in the vent of system emergencies, because it can restore your OS system files to an earlier state in the event of something going wrong.

[@theMosen]

1:03 Wait, how did you get the address bar like that? Yep, lost already.

[@michaelscarn7375]

ctrl+l

[@theMosen]

@@michaelscarn7375 Thanks

[@yvng4697]

@@michaelscarn7375 Thanks!

[@harshgoyal8392]

nice

[@Primalkadias]

can you do a video on how to install MS office 2016 or 2013 im a college student that's why and most of the videos on youtube does give much help for begginers

[@coolent_cracker3287]

You can’t, libera office is a good alternative to office (better in my opinion) just make sure you use a font that office supports and save any file you plan to share with an office user as an office file and your good to go

[@lucassilva7194]

thanks

[@robertsonkandu2203]

Whenever I open a folder I'm unable to see the pannel that contains Desktop Pictures Downloads Music etc... Kindly help me to get back to the same...

[@alphaomega5017]

I am new to Linux. When I try to upload a file the main partition fills up is there a way can I change the location Appreciated if some one help me

[@CriticRoshun]

1:04 How did you do that? What "shortcut key" did you use to display the absolute path /home/linuxtv , please?

[@d_diyanov]

CTRL+L, but i believe you already know that

[@CriticRoshun]

@@d_diyanov Yes, later on I figured that out but thanks for your response.

[@wcdeich4]

When I open Files & press a key by accident it suddenly starts searching for files with that letter in the name. How can I turn that off???

[@faye_isc]

God *BLESS YOU* for healing my stupidity ♥️♥️👏

[@mjp29]

In the current version, you can't drag files from the desktop to folders like "pictures." You can't drag files out of folders like "pictures" or "downloads" to the desktop. You can't drag a files to the usb thumb drive from your downloads folder. It's ridiculous and why I'm still using Unity.

[@sremca1996]

i need help how to find lokal c:

[@c0r3s4v3]

where my two other sata HDDs @ tho..?

[@andreidandu3799]

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