TUI File Managers for Linux (2026) — Manage Files Without a GUI!
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In this video, I go over several TUI (terminal user interface) file managers available on Linux so you can manage your files entirely from the terminal. Whether you want something blazing fast, minimal, or highly configurable, there’s probably a TUI file manager here that fits your workflow.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Intro
00:00:35 – LF
00:01:44 – ViFM
00:03:33 – SuperFile
00:06:02 – Ranger
00:07:03 – Felix
00:09:41 – Yazi
00:11:49 – Conclusion
00:12:39 – Outro
If you’re trying to spend more time in the terminal, this video should give you a solid starting point for picking the right tool. Let me know in the comments which TUI file manager you’re using right now and why.
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