I've been using Linux Mint for over eight months now, and I generally don't rely on the terminal frequently, as I'm more of a visual learner. Recently, I set up a server PC running Open Media Vault (OMV) 8, but I'm finding it challenging because there's no graphical file browser like what I'm used to on Mint or Windows. While I use SMB to access files on my Mint PC, I still need to use the terminal for the root drive, which can get a bit confusing due to the file structure. I've heard about visual terminal emulators like Midnight Commander, Yazi, Kitty, Alacritty, Wave, and Warp. Should I consider trying one of these out? If so, which ones do you recommend?
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You're on the right track! Alacritty is a fantastic terminal emulator. I recommend it for its speed and efficiency. Also, consider using zsh along with Oh My Zsh for better visuals and easier usability with cool themes and plugins. It makes everything much more organized!
I think you should definitely check out Ranger! It's a great text-based file manager that offers a more visual way to navigate your file system right from the terminal. Plus, it’s user-friendly once you get the hang of it!
I've heard good things about Ranger too. It's quite popular among users wanting something more visual in the CLI.
You might also be interested in Superfile! It's a pretty neat tool that can simplify file handling in your projects. You can check it out here: https://github.com/yorukot/superfile.
I’ll definitely check those out! I saw a YouTube video of someone using a setup that looked like a terminal alongside a code editor. Was that something different?