Open Nautilus as Administrator in Ubuntu
You open Nautilus as administrator in Ubuntu by using the ‘sudo’ command in the terminal.
Nautilus is the default file manager for Ubuntu. Opening it with administrator (root) privileges allows you to modify system files or folders that are normally protected.
This capability is essential for certain system maintenance tasks. For example, you might need to edit configuration files located in protected directories.
Previously, a tool called ‘nautilus-admin’ helped achieve this, but it’s no longer functional as of recent Ubuntu versions. Don’t worry, there’s a straightforward command-line method to do it.
Open the terminal with Ctrl+Alt+T and run the command sudo nautilus. This will launch the file manager with administrator privileges, allowing you to manage protected files and folders. You will be prompted for your password.
How do I open Gnome Nautilus as root?
GNOME Files: Access Root Directory as the Root User Open the Files application. Click on the location bar or press Ctrl+L . Enter without double quotes “admin://” and press Enter . Enter your password to gain access.
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