How to Install Duf on Ubuntu 20.04

Explore the Installation of Duf, a Stylish Disk Usage Tool

Duf is a robust disk usage tool written in Golang, designed as a modern substitute for the traditional df command. It's a cross-platform utility that presents disk usage statistics in a visually appealing format. This guide illustrates how to install Duf on Ubuntu 20.04.

Features of Duf

• Overview of mounted volumes
• Light and Dark themes
• JSON output support
• Inode information listing
• Output sorting capabilities

Installation Methods

Method 1: Installing Duf via Debian Package

Download and install the Duf Debian package from GitHub using these commands:

wget https://github.com/muesli/duf/releases/download/v0.6.0/duf_0.6.0_linux_amd64.deb

dpkg -i duf_0.6.0_linux_amd64.deb

Method 2: Installing Duf from Source Code

Ensure Go is installed (version 1.12 or later). Clone the Duf repository:

git clone https://github.com/muesli/duf.git

Build from source:

cd duf go build

Using Duf

Launch Duf to monitor disk usage:

duf

Display all file systems:

duf -all

List specific devices or mount points:

duf /root

Sort output by column:

duf --sort size

Show or hide specific columns:

duf --output mountpoint,size,usage

Switch between themes:

duf -theme dark duf --theme light

Output in JSON format:

duf --json

For additional options, consult:

duf --help

Duf offers a refined way to monitor disk usage, enhancing your system management experience. Try it out for a more intuitive view of your disk space.