Expanding A Drive in Unbuntu

Expanding A Drive in Unbuntu




Expanding Drive In Ubuntu



Before Starting

This process is not overly complicated but if you do not understand the instructions please feel free to reach out to us at 512-799-0401 x2


Expanding Drive

  • Open terminal
  • Type in sudo gparted
  • This will require you to type in the Admin password
  • The partition editor will open at this point
  • There is an orange button at the Top to adjust the partition size
  • The button looks like an arrow with a line at the end of the point
  • Slide the partition to the desired volume




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