How Do I Share Files Between Ubuntu and Windows and Virtualbox?
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How do I share files between Linux and Windows VirtualBox?

In the Virtualbox Manager window, right-click on your guest machine and select Settings. In the left pane, select Shared Folders. Then click on the add button to add a shared folder.

How do I create a shared folder between Ubuntu and VirtualBox?

Steps:

  1. Open VirtualBox.
  2. Right-click your VM, then click Settings.
  3. Go to Shared Folders section.
  4. Add a new shared folder.
  5. On Add Share prompt, select the Folder Path in your host that you want to be accessible inside your VM.
  6. In the Folder Name field, type shared.
  7. Uncheck Read-only and Auto-mount, and check Make Permanent.
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