ark

Ark is a command line tool primarily used for managing archives or compressed files on Unix-like systems. It supports various file formats including tar, gzip, bzip2, zip, rar, lha, and more. With Ark, users can create new archives, add files or directories to existing ones, extract files from archives, and view the contents of an archive without extracting it. The tool provides a graphical interface as well as a command line interface, making it accessible to users with different preferences or levels of expertise. In addition to basic archiving and extraction functions, Ark also allows users to perform advanced operations such as renaming files within an archive, deleting files, or quickly previewing the content of an archive. It integrates well with the KDE Plasma desktop environment, offering seamless file manager integration, drag-and-drop functionality, and convenient menu options. Users can customize various aspects of Ark's behavior, such as selecting the default compression method or configuring the automatic extraction of certain file types. Ark supports encryption and password protection for sensitive files within an archive, ensuring data security and privacy. It offers multi-threaded operations, allowing users to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and improving overall performance. Overall, Ark is a versatile and user-friendly command line tool that simplifies the management of compressed files, providing a convenient way to handle archives efficiently.