Caja como alternativa Linux a Windows File Explorer
Actualizado el
Nuestra opinión
Caja is a solid replacement for Windows File Explorer if you're using the MATE desktop or prefer a lightweight, traditional file manager. It handles basic file operations reliably—browse, copy, move, rename, delete—and supports drag-and-drop, keyboard shortcuts, and archive browsing. Users coming from Windows will find the layout familiar, though some advanced features like integrated cloud storage or deep system integration are missing. It’s best suited for users who value simplicity and don’t need advanced metadata or network-heavy workflows.
- Licencia
- GPL-3.0
- Precio
- Gratis
- Última versión
- 1.28.0
- Valoración
- —
Lo que funciona igual
- Graphical browsing of local and external drives
- Copy, move, rename, and delete operations via GUI or context menu
- Drag-and-drop file manipulation within and between windows
- Sidebar with bookmarks and device shortcuts
- Search bar with filtering as you type
Lo que cambia
- No built-in indexed full-text search like Windows Search
- Thumbnail previews limited by installed codecs and MATE settings
- No native integration with OneDrive or other cloud services
- Root access requires separate policy setup (e.g., caja-admin)
- Fewer metadata display options compared to Explorer’s details pane
Abrir tus archivos de Windows File Explorer
Caja opens the same file types as Windows File Explorer—documents, images, archives, and media—provided the correct applications and codecs are installed. It reads NTFS, FAT, and exFAT drives out of the box when mounted. You can access, copy, and move files from Windows partitions without conversion. Archives (ZIP, TAR, etc.) are browsable and extractable. However, .lnk files and some Windows-specific metadata are ignored, which is normal behavior on Linux.
Pasar de Windows File Explorer a Caja, paso a paso
- Install Caja via your distro’s package manager (e.g., 'sudo apt install caja')
- Set Caja as default file manager through system settings or MATE Control Center
- Copy or symlink frequently accessed directories to the bookmarks file (~/.config/gtk-3.0/bookmarks)
- Enable thumbnail previews in Caja preferences if not already active
- Install optional plugins like caja-gksu for root actions via right-click
Funciones clave de Caja
- Barra lateral con marcadores y accesos directos a dispositivos
- Acciones del menú contextual para copiar, mover y renombrar
- Panel de vista previa de archivos para imágenes, PDFs y texto
- Barra de búsqueda con filtrado instantáneo
- Soporte para ZIP, TAR y otros archivos comprimidos
- Arrastrar y soltar y atajos de teclado
- Barra de herramientas y opciones de vista personalizables
- Integración de terminal incorporada (opcional)
Cómo instalar Caja en Linux
sudo apt install cajasudo apt install cajasudo dnf install cajasudo pacman -S cajasudo zypper install cajaPreguntas frecuentes
Can Caja access my Windows partitions?
Yes, Caja shows all mounted drives, including NTFS and FAT partitions. They appear under 'Devices' in the sidebar. Mounting is usually automatic in desktop environments.
Does Caja support drag-and-drop between folders?
Yes, drag-and-drop works within and between Caja windows, just like in Windows File Explorer. It also supports keyboard shortcuts for power users.
How do I open folders as administrator in Caja?
Install caja-gksu or caja-admin, then right-click a folder and choose 'Open as Administrator' for root access.
Otras 5 alternativas a Windows File Explorer
NautilusNautilus (Files) es el administrador de archivos gráfico predeterminado de GNOME para explorar el…Código abiertoGratisNautilus vs Windows File ExplorerThunarThunar es el gestor de archivos ligero por defecto para Xfce, enfocado en velocidad y simplicidad en lugar de…Código abiertoGratisThunar vs Windows File ExplorerNemoNemo es el administrador de archivos predeterminado para el escritorio MATE, que ofrece una interfaz…Código abiertoGratisNemo vs Windows File ExplorerPCManFMPCManFM es un administrador de archivos rápido y ligero desarrollado originalmente para el entorno de…Código abiertoGratisPCManFM vs Windows File Explorer
KrusaderKrusader es un gestor de archivos de doble panel gratuito para KDE que emula a Norton/Total Commander con…Código abiertoGratisKrusader vs Windows File Explorer