Q: configure ubuntu not to create .trash* on USB?

catkin · 06-01-2009, 09:28 AM

Hello

Is it possible to configure ubuntu (Gnome?) not to create .trash* directories on removable media such as USB memory sticks?

Best

Charles

lcole · 06-01-2009, 10:32 AM

This may help you manage it anyway.

http://www.udel.edu/topics/os/unix/s...boutTrash.html

catkin · 06-01-2009, 11:22 AM

Thanks lcole

Useful information there but did not answer my question.

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Charles

symatic · 06-01-2009, 10:44 PM

open your file browser, go to edit section and select preferences. Go to the behavior tab and check the include a delete command that bypasses trash. Should be down at the bottom. use delete instead of move to trash.

catkin · 06-02-2009, 08:00 AM

Thanks symatic

I already use that; I guess I have to remember to use it too!

It would be nice if there was a way to enforce it so pressing the delete key no longer works.

Best

Charles