Nautilus vs Midnight Commander : Which is Better?

Nautilus icon

Nautilus

Nautilus a next-generation file manager for GNOME, akin to KDE's Konqueror. Developed by The GNOME Project

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Linux

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Midnight Commander icon

Midnight Commander

Midnight Commander is a visual file manager, licensed under GNU General Public License and therefore qualifies as Free Software.

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD

Nautilus VS Midnight Commander

Midnight Commander is a terminal-based file manager with a dual-pane interface, ideal for users who prefer command-line operations and require fast performance. Nautilus, on the other hand, is a graphical file manager that offers an intuitive user experience with features like drag-and-drop and integrated previews, making it suitable for general users who prefer visual interactions.

Nautilus

Pros:

  • User-friendly graphical interface
  • Integrated file previews
  • Drag and drop support
  • Built-in file search functionality
  • Supports various file operations easily

Cons:

  • Can be slower with very large directories
  • Less control over file operations compared to command line
  • May lack some advanced features found in dedicated file managers

Midnight Commander

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Supports multiple file operations
  • Dual-pane interface for easy comparison
  • Powerful command-line integration
  • Customizable keybindings

Cons:

  • Steeper learning curve for new users
  • Limited graphical capabilities
  • Not as visually appealing as GUI alternatives

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