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caja

Caja is a command line tool that provides a file manager for the MATE desktop environment. It is the default file manager in MATE, a fork of the GNOME 2 desktop environment.

With Caja, users can perform various file management tasks such as browsing directories, copying, moving, and deleting files, as well as launching applications associated with specific file types.

Caja offers a simple and intuitive user interface with a toolbar, sidebar, and a main file viewing area. It provides easy navigation between directories and supports customizable folder views.

One of the notable features of Caja is the ability to access remote file systems and manage files on remote servers using protocols such as FTP, SFTP, SMB, and NFS.

Caja supports multiple tabs, allowing users to perform file operations simultaneously in different directories.

It provides a context menu that offers a range of options for files and folders, including opening with different applications, creating shortcuts or symbolic links, compressing and extracting files, and changing permissions.

Caja also supports advanced file searching capabilities, offering users the ability to search for files based on various criteria such as file name, size, type, and modification date.

It provides support for plugins, allowing users to extend its functionality by adding additional features and integration with other applications.

Caja is highly customizable, allowing users to configure various aspects of its appearance and behavior, including icon view settings, thumbnail generation, and keyboard shortcuts.

Overall, Caja provides a feature-rich and user-friendly file management experience, making it an essential tool for users of the MATE desktop environment.

List of commands for caja:

  • caja:tldr:2a1d5 caja: Open specific directories in separate windows.
    $ caja ${path-to-directory1 path-to-directory2 ---}
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  • caja:tldr:2d32f caja: Close all windows.
    $ caja --quit
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  • caja:tldr:93640 caja: Open the current user home directory.
    $ caja
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  • caja:tldr:a0009 caja: Open specific directories in tabs.
    $ caja --tabs ${path-to-directory1 path-to-directory2 ---}
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  • caja:tldr:dc246 caja: Open a directory with a specific window size.
    $ caja --geometry=${600}x${400} ${path-to-directory}
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