Category: Ubuntu Linux

The article discusses how to enable or disable fractional scaling on Ubuntu Linux, which by default offers two scaling options: 100% and 200%. If objects on your device’s display are too large or too small, fractional scaling can be enabled to provide more options: 125%, 150%, and 175%. The guide provides a step-by-step process on…

The article provides steps to change the size of application icons on the Ubuntu Linux Dock or launcher. According to the post, the size of the Dock is proportional to the icon size, meaning changes to the icon directly affect Dock size. Users can access the ‘Appearance’ settings in the ‘System Settings’ panel to adjust…

This article provides detailed instructions for toggling airplane mode in Ubuntu Linux. It can be done using a physical airplane mode button on some laptops, directly from the System menu, or through the System Settings menu. Turning airplane mode on disables all wireless communications, which can be re-enabled by turning it off.

The article provides detailed instructions on how to enable or disable mobile hotspots in Ubuntu Linux. It elaborates on the utility of sharing the internet connection from Ubuntu Linux devices with others over Wi-Fi, particularly in remote areas. The process involves accessing System Settings, selecting Wi-Fi settings, and activating the Wi-Fi Hotspot function, bearing in…

The article provides instructions on how to enable or disable Dock or launcher display on all screens in Ubuntu Linux OS. This feature, usually displayed only on the primary monitor, reveals user’s preferred running applications. The process involves manipulating the System Settings, specifically the Appearance panel, to change the Dock’s visibility across all connected monitors.

The article provides a guide on how to hide or unhide the Trash icon on the Dock in Ubuntu Linux. This process involves navigating through the System Settings to the Appearance panel, under Dock, then toggling the switch button for the Trash icon. This customization can help clean the desktop.

The article provides a guide on how to activate or deactivate dark mode in Ubuntu Linux. The dark mode helps reduce eye strain, improves battery for mobile devices, and is optimized for low-lit environments. The guide also explains how to select an accent color that contrasts or matches the user’s wallpaper and windows color.

The article provides a guide on how to automatically hide the Dock in Ubuntu Linux to make the screen look bigger. Like in other OS, the Dock in Ubuntu Linux can hide when the window overlaps with it, a feature available in the latest version. Users can enable or disable this setting through the System…

The article provides a guide to hiding or unhiding the personal folder on an Ubuntu Linux desktop. This folder, named ‘Home’ by default, organizes the user’s files. To change its visibility, users need to use the System Settings panel, navigate to Appearance, and toggle the ‘Show Personal folder’ switch.