Kio_mtp is a software that allows for communication with MTP devices, and functions as an IOSlave.
This software review is about kio_mtp, an ioslave designed to support the use of mtp devices. It can be easily extracted into a directory and set up by simply running a few commands in the terminal, such as entering "$ gmake -f Makefile.cvs $ ./configure $ make && sudo make install".
Users should keep in mind that kio_mtp requires libmtp and libmtp-dev to function properly, so these dependencies must be installed beforehand. Once everything is set up, restarting kdeinit with "kdeinit" and connecting the device will allow users to explore their device's contents by typing "mtp:/" in the address bar of konqueror.
However, it is important to note that this software is still in its ALPHA release and meant only for testing purposes. As such, the only functionality currently available is the ability to list files, rather than upload or download them. While user data should not be at risk of loss, it is still recommended to backup data in case anything goes wrong.
In summary, kio_mtp is a promising ioslave with the ability to support mtp devices, although it is still in the early stages of development and users should exercise caution while using it.
Users should keep in mind that kio_mtp requires libmtp and libmtp-dev to function properly, so these dependencies must be installed beforehand. Once everything is set up, restarting kdeinit with "kdeinit" and connecting the device will allow users to explore their device's contents by typing "mtp:/" in the address bar of konqueror.
However, it is important to note that this software is still in its ALPHA release and meant only for testing purposes. As such, the only functionality currently available is the ability to list files, rather than upload or download them. While user data should not be at risk of loss, it is still recommended to backup data in case anything goes wrong.
In summary, kio_mtp is a promising ioslave with the ability to support mtp devices, although it is still in the early stages of development and users should exercise caution while using it.
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