How Do I Find Shared Folders in Ubuntu?
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In Ubuntu, go to Files -> Other Locations. In the bottom input box, type smb://IP-Address/ and hit enter.

How do I access a shared folder in Ubuntu?

Ubuntu has smb installed by default, you can use smb to access the Windows shares.

  1. File Browser. Open “Computer – File Browser”, Click on “Go” –> “Location…”
  2. SMB command. Type smb://server/share-folder. For example smb://10.0.0.6/movies.
  3. Done. You should be able to access the Windows share now. Tags : ubuntu windows.

How do I see a shared drive in Linux?

Access a Windows shared folder from Linux, using Nautilus

  1. Open Nautilus.
  2. From the File menu, select Connect to Server.
  3. In the Service type drop-down box, select Windows share.
  4. In the Server field, enter the name of your computer.
  5. Click Connect.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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