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Lobsters·Jul 28·5 min read
Making KIO copy many files fast
TL;DR
KDE's file copying process for small files is significantly slower than alternatives like cp and rsync, taking hours instead of minutes. This long-standing bug has been reported since 2014, highlighting a critical performance issue in KDE's Dolphin file manager.
✦ Why It Matters
Consider using cp or rsync for faster file copying instead of KDE's Dolphin for large file operations.
Key Takeaways
- Upgrade to KIO 6.29 for improved file copy performance.
- Utilize batch copying for multiple small files to save time.
- Test KIO's performance against traditional tools like cp.
- Monitor future updates for additional optimizations.
How It Works
KIO now uses in-process workers to handle file operations, eliminating the overhead of inter-process communication. This allows for zero-copy reads and reduces the time spent on each file operation.
Additionally, batch copying consolidates multiple file copy commands into a single operation, further minimizing delays.