Author: Richard

The post outlines how to adjust region and format settings in Ubuntu Linux, affecting the display of date/time, numeric, and currency data. This is done through the System Settings panel where users navigate to Region & Language and select their preferred formats. A restart or logout is required for changes to take effect.

The post outlines how to enable or disable the automatic screen lock feature in Ubuntu Linux. This feature ensures the desktop and files are secure when not in use by automatically locking the screen during periods of inactivity. The settings for this function can be accessed and altered in the System Settings > Privacy >…

The article outlines how to change the keyboard layout in Ubuntu Linux. Ubuntu allows users to install additional languages and keyboards for language-specific key layouts. Switching between installed keyboard layouts happens through pressing ‘Super+Space’ keys or ‘Shift+Super+Space’ to cycle through all keyboards. Through the System Settings, one can add a new input language or keyboard…

This post outlines the process of installing a display language in Ubuntu Linux. The language initially selected during installation is defaulted with English, but additional languages can be added via the System Settings panel. Despite Ubuntu Linux supporting various languages, completeness of translations may vary. After adding new languages, restarting the computer applies the changes.…

The post provides instructions on how to change the display language in Ubuntu Linux. The display language affects all features in Ubuntu Linux, such as Settings and text in windows. After the installation, users can change languages, potentially installing multiple language packs. For languages not readily available, they can install additional packs from the ‘Region…

This is a tutorial on how to change the time format in Ubuntu Linux. The time format can be adjusted in either a 12 or 24-hour format via the System Settings panel, under Date & Time. The selected format is system-wide, displayed on the lock screen, the system menu, and all dependent applications.

The post provides a guide on enabling and managing metered connections in Ubuntu Linux to control and limit data usage. This setting, beneficial for data-sensitive connections like cellular networks or mobile hotspots, can be adjusted under the Network settings. However, this could halt automatic updates and large downloads, potentially increasing system vulnerability.

The post provides a guide on how to change the Dock position in Ubuntu Linux, which is by default aligned to the left of the screen. Users can choose to align the Dock to the left, right, or bottom, through the System Settings panel under Appearance options. The top alignment isn’t possible as the system…

The post outlines how to enable or disable automatic brightness in Ubuntu Linux, which adjusts the screen’s brightness according to ambient light conditions. This feature, available on laptops with advanced graphics cards and light sensors, optimizes brightness and contrast, contributing to power saving and longer battery life. The settings can be changed from the Power…

The post provides a guide to display battery status as a percentage on the Ubuntu Linux system menu. By default, Ubuntu gives a battery icon with a lightning bolt without indicating remaining charge. The article outlines the process of changing this status to a percentage, giving users a better idea of their battery life. The…