How to Show or Hide Week Day in Ubuntu Top Bar
You can show or hide the weekday in the Ubuntu top bar using a simple toggle in the system settings.
The Ubuntu top bar, also known as the GNOME Shell top bar, displays essential information like time, date, and system status. By default, it often shows the time and date, but not the day of the week.
As of Ubuntu 23.10, you can easily add or remove the weekday display directly from the system settings panel, making it a quick adjustment.
This feature helps you personalize your Ubuntu desktop for better visibility or a cleaner look. Some users prefer having the weekday visible for quick reference throughout their day.
Display “Week Day” on the top bar in Ubuntu Linux
As mentioned above, users can easily display “Week Day” on the top bar in Ubuntu Linux with a single click.
Here’s how to do it.
First, click the system menu on the top right corner and select the Settings (gear) button.
In the Settings panel, the Date & Time button on the left menu.
Next, select the Week Day tile on the Date & Time settings panel. Then, toggle the switch button to the On position to display the Seconds on the clock and calendar.
To disable it, toggle the switch button to the Off position.
When turned on, you will see the “Week Day” on the clock top bar.
That should do it!
Conclusion:
- Adding or removing the “Week Day” on the top bar in Ubuntu Linux can be easily accomplished through the Settings panel in Ubuntu 23.10 and later.
- Users can choose whether they prefer the visibility of the weekday for personal preference or to maintain a cleaner interface.
- By following the steps outlined in this article, users can conveniently toggle the “Week Day” display on the top bar in Ubuntu Linux based on their preference.
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