GNOME Split
GNOME Split is a tool that allows you to split files and merge them back together. It is written in Java and uses a GTK+ user interface. The goal is to offer a native implementation of similar projects which can handle multiple file formats.
How to Install GNOME Split:
1. Open the Terminal (Shortcut: Ctrl + Alt + T)
2. Type the following command: sudo apt-get update
3. Enter your password and press Enter or Return
4. Type the following command: sudo apt-get install gnome-split
5. Type Y and press Enter or Return
1. Open the Terminal (Shortcut: Ctrl + Alt + T)
2. Type the following command: sudo apt-get update
3. Enter your password and press Enter or Return
4. Type the following command: sudo apt-get install gnome-split
5. Type Y and press Enter or Return
You can also install it by downloading the .deb file.
To Uninstall GNOME Split:
1. Open the Terminal (Shortcut: Ctrl + Alt + T)
2. Type the following command: sudo apt remove gnome-split && sudo apt autoremove
1. Open the Terminal (Shortcut: Ctrl + Alt + T)
2. Type the following command: sudo apt remove gnome-split && sudo apt autoremove
I am using Ubuntu MATE 18.04.3 LTS with the Traditional menu and to access the program I click on the Accessories menu and then I click on GNOME Split.
The first time you access the program you will be presented with an Assistant dialog box to guide you thrugh splitting a file or merging several files together. You can turn off the Assistant dialog box by unchecking the box next to Show the assistant on start.
The Assistant or Wizard will guide you through the entire process of splitting a file or merging several files together. It makes the entire process a simple task for someone who has never split or merged files together. However, it's not difficult to split a file or merge files together without using the Assistant or Wizard.
I will demonstrate splitting and merging files without using the Assistant. Click the Close button to close the Assistant dialog box.
I will demonstrate splitting and merging files without using the Assistant. Click the Close button to close the Assistant dialog box.
Splitting a File Into:
Make sure that you have Split selected in the View section. Then click on the folder icon to the right of (None) in the File section. This will allow you to locate the file you want to split into.
Make sure that you have Split selected in the View section. Then click on the folder icon to the right of (None) in the File section. This will allow you to locate the file you want to split into.
Locate the file you want to split and click on it to select it and then click the Open button.
Now click the drop-down arrow next to the home icon in the Destination section to select the location of your split files.
I changed my destination folder from the home folder (tommy) to my Videos folder.
I wanted to split my files in half so I entered 2 under the Split in: section. I kept the default setting of chunks and Algorithm of Generic.
Then I clicked the Start button to start the splitting process.
When the splitting process completed, it created two files or chunks in my Videos folder. Using the Generic Algorithm created two files with .001 and .002 extensions. The extension number would increase by one for each if additional file created.
Below is a chart for each Algorithm choice and the type of file extension it will create. Generic is the default because it is one of the most popular file extension formats for splitting files.
Merging Files:
Make sure that you have Merge selected in the View section. Then click on the folder icon to the right of (None) in the First chunk section. This will allow you to locate the first file you want to merge with other files.
Make sure that you have Merge selected in the View section. Then click on the folder icon to the right of (None) in the First chunk section. This will allow you to locate the first file you want to merge with other files.
I will select the file with the .001 file extension located in my Videos folder.
You can change the location you want to place your merged file by clicking the drop-down arrow at the end of the Destination: section. I will leave my last setting of Videos.
You will see the number of files or chunks that will be used or combined. You will also see the total size of the combined file. Click the Start button when you are ready to start the merging process.
The newly combined file will be created and placed in the folder you selected. You can see the video file with the .mp4 file extension was created.
The video file played without any problems.
Files that are split into are easier to upload and distribute over the Internet or networks. They allow you to overcome the file size restrictions placed on you by your ISP or other e-mail servers. Upload files to online hosting sites that have restrictions on file sizes. It's also easier to exchange files via instant messenger programs. Also, most USB flash drives are formatted using a FAT32 partition, which has limitations on its maximum file size. Individual files on a FAT32 drive can’t be over 4 GB in size. You can reformat the USB flash drive using NTFS; however, you may encounter compatibility issues with devices that doesn't use MS Windows. My SMART TV and Blu-ray player will not recognize a USB flash drive formatted using NTFS.
GNOME Split is an excellent way to split large files into smaller ones or combine several small files into one larger one. It's compatible with GSplit used in MS Windows and HJSplit used in MS Windows and Linux.
I hope this helps someone.
GNOME Split is an excellent way to split large files into smaller ones or combine several small files into one larger one. It's compatible with GSplit used in MS Windows and HJSplit used in MS Windows and Linux.
I hope this helps someone.
Oct 23, 2019
