FunOS

Ventoy is a powerful and easy-to-use tool for creating bootable USB drives. Unlike traditional methods, Ventoy does not require reformatting the USB drive each time you add a new ISO file. Instead, you can simply copy ISO files to the USB drive and boot from them directly. This guide will show you how to install Ventoy on FunOS.

What is Ventoy?

Ventoy is an open-source tool that allows users to create a multiboot USB drive. It supports various ISO files, including Linux distributions, Windows installation images, and other bootable utilities. The primary advantage of Ventoy is that it eliminates the need to repeatedly format the USB drive, making it a convenient choice for IT professionals and enthusiasts.

How to Install Ventoy on FunOS

Step 1: Download the Ventoy .tar.gz File

Open a web browser and navigate to the official Ventoy download page: https://sourceforge.net/projects/ventoy/files/

You will see a list of folders containing Ventoy binaries. Click on the folder with the latest version (usually the topmost entry, e.g., v1.1.00).

Locate and download the Ventoy Linux .tar.gz file (e.g., ventoy-1.1.00-linux.tar.gz).

Step 2: Open a Terminal

You can open a terminal in one of the following ways:

• Click Menu in the lower-left corner of the screen, then click Terminal.
• Click the Terminal icon in the system tray.
• Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + T.

Step 3: Navigate to the Downloads Directory

After downloading the Ventoy file, navigate to the Downloads directory using the following command:

cd ~/Downloads

Step 4: Extract the tar.gz File to the /opt Directory

To extract the downloaded file to the /opt directory and rename the folder to Ventoy, run the following commands:

sudo tar -xvzf ventoy-*.tar.gz -C /opt/
sudo mv /opt/ventoy-*/ /opt/Ventoy

Step 5: Create a Desktop Entry for Ventoy

To launch Ventoy from the application menu, create a desktop entry using the following command:

sudo tee /usr/share/applications/ventoy.desktop << EOF > /dev/null
[Desktop Entry]
Name=Ventoy
Comment=Bootable USB Creator
Exec=/opt/Ventoy/VentoyGUI.x86_64
Icon=utilities-terminal
Terminal=false
Type=Application
Categories=Utility;
EOF

Step 6: Remove the Downloaded .tar.gz File

After installation, you can remove the downloaded file to free up space:

rm -f ventoy-*.tar.gz

Step 7: Reload the Menu

To make sure Ventoy appears in the application menu, reload it:

1. Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
2. Click Reload menu.

Launching Ventoy

To start Ventoy, follow these steps:

1. Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
2. Navigate to the Accessories category.
3. Click Ventoy to launch the application.

How to Uninstall Ventoy on FunOS

If you no longer need Ventoy, follow these steps to uninstall it.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

Open a terminal using one of the methods mentioned earlier.

Step 2: Remove the Ventoy Directory

Delete the Ventoy installation folder using:

sudo rm -rf /opt/Ventoy

Step 3: Remove the Desktop Entry

To remove the application from the menu, delete the desktop entry file:

sudo rm -f /usr/share/applications/ventoy.desktop

Step 4: Reload the Menu

To ensure Ventoy is completely removed from the menu:

1. Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
2. Click Reload menu.

Conclusion

Ventoy is a valuable tool for creating bootable USB drives with ease. By following this guide, you can install, use, and remove Ventoy on FunOS efficiently. Whether you’re testing multiple Linux distributions or need a quick way to boot into different operating systems, Ventoy simplifies the process significantly.