How to Uninstall Software in Ubuntu Linux

How to uninstall Software in Ubuntu Linux

Uninstalling software in Ubuntu Linux is simple and frees up disk space.

Ubuntu 26.04’s interface has changed quite a bit. Now, you’ll manage your programs using the App Center. To open it, press your Super key (that’s usually the Windows key) on your keyboard to bring up the GNOME shell search. Then, type “App Center” and click the shopping bag icon.

When the App Center opens, you’ll see a new layout. Click on the Manage tab to see all your installed programs.

Find the app you want to remove using the search bar at the top or by scrolling through your list of installed items.

Click the trash can icon or the Uninstall button next to the app name.

Confirm your choice. You’ll need to type your user password to finish. Once you do, the app is gone.

Sometimes, removing one app might remove others that depend on it. Always check the list of items Ubuntu suggests removing before you click confirm.

How to remove package on the command line console

Why use the terminal? It’s faster for advanced users. When you’re done, you have full control over every file removed from your system.

Removing standard packages

To remove a program, you’ll type this command:

sudo apt remove package_name

To remove the program and its settings, use purge:

sudo apt purge package_name

Cleaning up your system

After removing programs, your system may have leftover files that are no longer needed. To reclaim this space, run this command:

sudo apt autoremove

This command safely removes files that are no longer needed by any installed programs, keeping your system tidy.

Managing Flatpak packages

Ubuntu 26.04 also supports Flatpak apps. To see a list of your installed Flatpaks, type:

flatpak list

To remove a Flatpak app, use this command:

flatpak uninstall package_name

Managing Snap packages

To see your installed Snap packages, type:

snap list

To remove a Snap, type:

sudo snap remove package_name

Conclusion

Uninstalling software in Ubuntu is a breeze, whether you use the App Center Dock or the terminal. Whether you prefer clicking buttons or typing commands, keeping your system clean is a great way to maintain performance. Always double-check what you are removing to ensure your system stays stable.