How to transfer/copy files to VirtualBox on Ubuntu/Linux. Facilitate smooth drag-and-drop, file sharing, and text exchange for enhanced efficiency between the two environments.
Transfer/Copy Files to VirtualBox on Ubuntu between host and guest
When you first install VirtualBox, the Share Clipboard and drag drop functions will not be automatically enabled, so you cannot copy anything to the virtual machine to install, including text.
To enable this feature, open VirtualBox, then click the Settings button or press Ctrl + S on your keyboard.
After that, a pop-up window will appear. On the General tab, click Advanced and then change the settings from Disable to Bidirectional for both the Shared Clipboard and Drag and Drop options.
Now you can drag and drop or copy files or content, for example, from your Ubuntu machine to a Windows virtual machine or from Windows to your Ubuntu/Linux host machine.
After completing the setup, press OK to confirm. Then, you can copy or move files back and forth between the physical machine and the virtual machine on VirtualBox. With these simple steps, you can now easily transfer/copy files between your Ubuntu/Linux host and your VirtualBox virtual machine. If you encounter any issues, feel free to leave a comment below for assistance. Happy virtualizing!tunesharemore_vert
