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gtrash – trash CLI manager

gtrash is a trash CLI manager that fully complies with the FreeDesktop.org specification.

Unlike rm, gtrash moves files to the system trash can, enabling easy restoration of important files at any time.

If you usually use rm in the shell, gtrash can serve as a substitute.

This is free and open source software.

Features include:

  • Intuitive TUI interface for file restoration:
    • Allows incremental search for trashed files, enabling the restoration of multiple files simultaneously.
  • Full compliance with FreeDesktop.org specification:
    • Supports directory size caching, enabling fast size-based filtering and pruning.
  • Close compatibility with rm interface
    • Has rm-like mode, You can customize -r, -d behavior.
  • Multi subcommands design in a single static binary written in Go.
  • Restoration of co-deleted files together.
  • Easy integration with other CLI tools, such as fzf.
  • Safe and ergonomic:
    • Ensures safety by displaying a list and confirmation prompt whenever a file is permanently deleted.

Website: github.com/umlx5h/gtrash
Support:
Developer: umlx5h
License: MIT License

gtrash in action

gtrash is written in Go. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.

Alternatives to rm


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