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How to Upgrade to KDE Plasma 5.27 on Kubuntu 22.10
Upgrade to KDE Plasma 5.27 on Kubuntu 22.10 using the Kubuntu Backports PPA. Learn how to add the PPA to upgrade Plasma in minutes.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Get Horizontal OSD for Brightness & Volume Changes on Linux Mint
The 'Horizontal OSD' extension for Linux Mint's Cinnamon desktop does what it says: it makes on-screen bubbles when changing volume/brightness, horizontal.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Install the Latest Version of Wine on Ubuntu
Learn how to install Wine on Ubuntu from the official Wine Linux repository. My guide is ideal for those who want to install the latest stable release.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Add Markdown Preview to Gedit Text Editor
Want to add Markdown preview to the Gedit text editor? With the Gedit Markdown Preview extension (catchy name, eh?) you can do so quickly. See how!Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Nala is a Neat Alternative to Apt on Ubuntu
I look at using Nala on Ubuntu. Nala is a great alternative to Ubuntu's default package manager. It's faster, nice to look at, and more featured than APT.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Highlight Mouse Cursor in Ubuntu
If you record screencasts, make online tutorials, or stream your Ubuntu desktop when gaming you may find it useful to highlight your mouse cursor on screen. Using some kind of highlight effect on y...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
One Thing – Put a Single Task/Goal in the GNOME Panel
Keep that vital reminder, task, or goal in mind with this simple GNOME extension. It lets you enter text (including emoji) and see it on the GNOME panel.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Easily Monitor Stock Prices with these GNOME Extensions
If you're an avid follower of financial markets or the stock price of specific companies then definitely invest in one of these 2 GNOME extensions.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Don’t Like Ubuntu’s Apt “News” Feature? You Can Turn it Off
It's easy to disable the apt awareness message that appears each time you run an apt update on Ubuntu 22.04 Why is it needed at all? We discuss inside.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Want to Upgrade to Xfce 4.18 on Xubuntu 22.04? Here’s How
A quick guide showing you how to upgrade to Xfce 4.18 on Xubuntu 22.04 LTS and 22.10 using the Xubuntu QA Staging PPA – though caution is advised.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
4 Alternative Clock Layouts to Try in Xfce 4.18
This post won't appeal to many, but hey: at the very least it'll be there for me to reference next time I want to rejig the clock layout on my Xfce install.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Display Your User Avatar in GNOME Quick Settings
Here's a nifty new GNOME extension that does one thing, and does it well: it displays the avatar for your user account in GNOME's Quick Settings menu.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How I Fixed My Blurry Firefox on HiDPI + Wayland
I share a quick fix for blurry fonts in Mozilla Firefox when running on Wayland on Linux. No PPAs required; just run Firefox with Wayland support enabled.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
You Can Upgrade to KDE Plasma 5.26 on Kubuntu 22.10
Upgrading to KDE Plasma 5.26 on Kubuntu 22.10 can be done using the Kubuntu Backports PPA. In this post I show how to add the PPA to upgrade Plasma desktop.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to See Battery Time Remaining in GNOME Quick Settings
An itch to scratch: want to see your battery's estimated time remaining instead of percentage in Ubuntu 22.10? There's a GNOME extension to help do it!Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 22.10
I show you how to upgrade to Ubuntu 22.10 from Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. The process is quick and easy and can be done from your desktop, no need to reinstall.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Tool to Integrate AppImages with Ubuntu Desktop
Want to create app launcher shortcuts for your favourite AppImage software on Ubuntu? Look no further than this neat open source app – it's ace!Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Make Console Your Default Terminal App on Ubuntu
GNOME Console app is a great new alternative to other Linux terminal emulators. In this post I show you how to set Console as default terminal on Ubuntu.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Want to Watch Blu-rays in VLC on Ubuntu? You NEED MakeMKV
I wanted to watch Blu-rays in Ubuntu using VLC and an external USB drive, but I couldn't just stick in a disc and hit play. The solution? Install MakeMKV.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Add WebP Support to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
It's easy to enable WebP support in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS so you can see image thumbnails in the file manager and open WebP images in the default image viewer.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Install Linux Mint’s Apps on Ubuntu
Linux Mint is far more than just the Cinnamon desktop with a bit of green sprinkled on top. It also includes a number of homegrown apps crafted by Mint developers to enhance the overall experience....Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
A Faster Way to Edit Text Files as Root in Ubuntu
Here’s a little time-saver if you (like me) often need to edit text files as root in a graphical app on Ubuntu. Simply go to a terminal and run: sudo apt install nautilus-admin Quit Nautilus ...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Check Your Battery’s Health from the Command Line with Battop
I share a cool CLI tool for checking your battery health, cycle count, capacity, and more on Linux. It's free, open source, and very nice to look at!Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Fix ‘apt-key’ Deprecation Warning on Ubuntu
If you see an apt-key deprecated warning when you run apt update on Ubuntu and want to fix it, you’re in the right place In this post I walk you (and myself) through the process. […]Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Install TeamViewer on Ubuntu & Linux Mint
TeamViewer is an application that lets you access other computers remotely so you can modify, maintain, or manage them wherever you are, as though you were actually there. Better yet, the app works...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
TIL You Can Increase Vivaldi UI Size (Because Of Course You Can; It’s Vivaldi)
When I posted an article on the recent Vivaldi update — the built-in Vivaldi Mail client is now stable, in-case you missed it — I casually mentioned that my only real “gripe” with u...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
Using a Tablet as a Second Monitor in Ubuntu is Actually Pretty Easy
Today I learn that it’s pretty easy to use an iPad or an Android tablet as a second monitor with Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. Not just “access your desktop” but “use it to extend your ...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Disable UI Animations in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
It's easy to disable animations in Ubuntu 22.04. You don't need extra apps or commands; a setting to turn off UI effects is now present in the Settings app.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Put the Trash Can on the Desktop in Ubuntu 22.04
This quick guide shows you how to add a trash can icon to the desktop in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. The distro previously relocated its trash can to the Ubuntu dock.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Install Firefox as a .Deb on Ubuntu 22.04 (Not a Snap)
A short guide on how to install Firefox from a PPA on Ubuntu 22.04 and remove the Firefox Snap. Doing this gets you a faster Firefox that can do more OOTB.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 22.04 from an Earlier Version
Learn how to upgrade to Ubuntu 22.04 from Ubuntu 20.04 or Ubuntu 21.10 in this guide. Upgrading to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS 'Jammy Jellyfish' is quick and easy.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
How to Change Mouse Cursor on Ubuntu
Learn how to change cursor theme in Ubuntu (it's easy) in this quick guide. Plus, we show you where to download Linux cursor themes and how to install them.Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
