Questions tagged [settings]
Settings are options in a program that allow you to configure the program to suit your needs.
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Wi-Fi With some problems
The problem is: PCIe Board with RTL8812AE don't work properly, maybe missing some firmware rtl8812aefw.bin and rtl8812aefw_wowlan.bin ...
How to copy both files to /lib/firmware/rtlwifi ??
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Unable to set a Static IP Address in elementary os
How do i set a static IP address?
unable to find documentation on using the gui or terminal. It would probably be easier if i knew what fork of Linux this was developed from.
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Error editing connection - Did not find a connection with UUID
Last 3 months i continuously using the elementary OS (elementary OS 5.1.5 Hera - with dual boot) for personal use. This is my first linux OS of my PC, and I am not using a linux version like before. I ...
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need help installing signed certificate on my linux serv
I need help. I bought a signed certificate and got zip file with 4 crt file. now I do not know how to install.... I have no idea where I should copy these file or how to install the certificate to my ...
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How to reinstall "System Settings" app on Elementary OS - 5.1?
I removed "System Settings" app from elementary, and I tried to reinstall with the appcenter but it didn't download :(
Please help me.
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System settings window resize
I work on 1366x768 laptop with elementary OS 5.1.2 Hera and unable to get access to the very last icons on the system settings window. The window is oversized. I tried to resize or maximize the window,...
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Setting up primary monitor on FHD modified Lenovo x230 on elementary OS Hera
I have FHD modified Lenovo x230. (Details about the mod here https://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=43&t=122640) Mod creates an actual FHD display connected to DP-3 but also a fantom, "dummy ...
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Cannot change back low resolution for external monitor
I have accidentally set the external, mirrored monitor to a very low resolution.
As a result I cannot set it back to a higher resolution, because I cannot get to the "apply" button at the bottom of ...
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Cannot Connect to Gmail [duplicate]
When I enter in my Gmail credentials it tells me that they are invalid. I do not have have two factor authentication activated on my account. I have tried several times with no luck
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How can I choose a time zone?
I would like to to set the local time. Where is rcS or the file that contains UTC parameters?
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How to make byte my default music player?
So I like Byte music player more than the default music app in elementary OS, I've installed and used Byte but in the settings in default applications it doesn't appear in the context menu of music ...
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Does anyone know a dark elementary os like plank theme?
I've been switching distros quite frequently lately... And I'm the most familiar with elementary os and ubuntu.. Now I intalled eos again, and I've turned on dark mode. The thing is that the ...
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Problems with WIFI
I just installed elementary on my Windows PC and I have problems with wireless network : the WIFI networks are not detected.
You can see the wireless connexion is enabled, but it says it is disabled.....
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Customization tools for juno
Anybody knows if there are any plans or third party initiative to allow some level of customization to Juno?
In particular I have a small display so I always try to maximize the usable screen. In ...
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Keyboard randomly freezes while typing
While typing there are times where my keyboard randomly freezes and repeats the key over and over again. At that point, my only option is to manually hit the power button in order to restart. The ...
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Failed to fetch updates : How to fix corrupt source file
The error message contains:
Failed to fetch updates
This may have been caused by external, manually added software repositories or a corrupted sources file.
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W: The repository 'http://ppa....
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elementary os keep filling its dirve automatically ... any permanent solution to fix it?
This is a known problem: /boot will run out of space after some time, due to obsolete kernel images. It will only become evident when /boot is on a separate filesystem, as it is the case for encrypted ...
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Static Sound in Earphones
There's a low static sound in the earphones when nothing is playing.
I tried messing with alsamixer and it seems to be the headphone mic boost setting, but I can't use alsactl store to save it or ...
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Screen lock prevention when playing video on OS level?
My question isn't how to prevent screen locks/screen turning off / suspend, that question is answered here:
Prevent screen locking while watching videos
My question is shouldn't this be solved on an ...
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Korganizer looks stranger on elementary OS
The calendar folder in the lower left corner looks like this which makes me uncomfortable,but it appears right in kde. So do I need to install some dependences ? Thx.
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detailed customization of a plank
I am aware of plank --preferences, plank tweeks (with different themes, but I love original one) and the settings file within a .config/ directory. However I would like to change shadow intensity/...
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Power Settings limited
Elementary OS is better than sliced bread but there are just a few small niggles one of them is that the power settings are consistent between charge and battery when it would make sense to separate ...
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How do I change the default SMTP setting in Mail after an account has been created?
First day using Elementary and I didn't change the default SMTP setting on a couple of accounts. Everything is grayed out in Mail, so I tried editing the .ini file in .local/share/pantheon-mail/ but ...
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How to remap Wii U Pro controller buttons?
I connected a Wii U Pro controller to Loki via Bluetooth. It works perfectly but the mapping is correct, like the Nintendo controller it is, which is not good for me! I want the button mapping to work ...
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How to configure my VGN-CS320J multimedia keys?
I can't use it.
Today is my first day at Elementary OS.
thanks.
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Can't copy & paste file from comp to usb
guys i can't copy & paste file from computer to usb it's says
i already tried gksudo nautilus, and open as administrator.
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Can't pick custom folder?
Under System Settings > Desktop, when I click "Custom" in the dropdown box, I get the above window to pick a folder. But I can't seem to choose anything! There is no "open" button. I can't even exit ...
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Next Keyboard Layout shortcut in Loki
In Freya there was a "Next Keyboard Layout" option in Universal Access, but there is no such option in Loki settings. So, how to set this shortcut?
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Image preview does not work
My photos in local folders aren't showing the miniatures. The option in the configurations window is already on to show the miniatures.
What can i do?
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How do I configure a VLAN interface to start at boot?
I successfully used the Ubuntu Wiki page to configure a VLAN interface manually, but I want this to take place at boot. How can this be done?
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Why are on-wake sound issues solved by opening System Settings?
I am trying to find a workaround for the following problem.
I use a Radeon HD 6000 series pci express graphics card with a HDMI output to a tv.
After waking from suspend, no sound.
Opening ...
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How to move folder in /usr/share/themes
I want to put a folder on /usr/share/themes but it says permission denied. How can i paste a folder on this location?
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mouse cursor reset to a weird old cursor
i changed my cursor to breeze a while ago and now i wanted to change to another cursor theme again but i couldnt make it.instead my cursor changed to an old weird theme.now i cant go back to breeze ...
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Is there a way to reorder systray indicator icons? [duplicate]
I have a hard disk free space indicator icon in the notification area that I would like to move. Is there a way to do that in elementary?
THANKS!!
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How can I configure the camera app to disable mirroring?
I want to use camera app just for preview. Actualy I am using a microscope camera for inspecting small objects. So I do not want it to mirror the object. How can I disable this feature?
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Loki - dconf-editor not working?
In freya I used to modify wingpanel a little (e.g. having seconds show in the clock etc.) using dconf-editor.
This does not seem to work anymore in loki. I can modify the respective settings in dconf-...
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How you configure the keyboard?
I have tirer to configure elementary keyboard in ita but does not go!
How to set up the keyboard in italian?
How can i do ?
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Anyone tried getting netatalk working on elementary os?
Just wondering since this os mimics Apple. I know that Apple may be doing away with afp, but they haven't yet and it will works. If elementary is is based on Ubuntu, can I just use netatalk 'a ...
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how do i change my screen brightness?
My os had some wifi driver problem so i upgraded to linux kenel 4.2.8 .now my brightness setting is not working.I checked How do I change my display brightness? but no luck my icon is missing.
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Install, configure and use Wordpress in elementary OS
Can I install, configure and use wordpress to build a website on elementary OS? Please let me know. Thanks.
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How to use maya calendar as to-do application
I am using freya.
How to use and configure maya calendar as to-do application.
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System Settings window can not be maximised
The System Settings Window is the only window, that can't be maximised. Is this a known bug, or did I possibly break something?
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Can't connect to Internet. Networks not being detected. Fresh installation
I can't connect to the internet on my ASUS Desktop ROG G20AJ PC. I believe it has something to do with not having the correct drivers installed. I have built in wireless but cannot connect or detect ...
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Screen Dims after 30 Seconds of being inactive. No way to change this setting
There is no way to change this setting and turn off dimming after being inactive. Anyone know how I can turn this off?
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Limiting apps limits other apps too
I'm trying to limit apps for my son (who has a separate standard user account) and when I add Firefox, it automatically adds a bunch of other apps (the Libre office suite, VLC, audacity etc) that I ...
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is there a way to disable touchpad scrolling in just a specific app (eg. Pantheon Terminal)?
I’m on Elementary OS 6.1 on an early 2015 MacBook Pro.
I’ve noticed the easiest way to disable trackpad scrolling is to change the scroll method from “Two Finger” to “Edge” in Settings. now, ...
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Turn off display when inactive not working; xset dpms force off only turns off for a few seconds
I'm using Elementary OS 7 and have the following settings:
Turn off display when inactive for: 5 minutes
Suspend when inactive for: Never
Lock after screen turns off: Off
The screen does not turn ...
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"Dark mode" recently stopped working for me. How can I fix it?
In System Settings > Desktop > Appearance, I have it set to switch to the dark style between sunset and sunrise. Normally, it works as expected. However, within the past few days it has stopped ...
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caps lock remapping not working in system settings after latest os update
I just installed the latest two Horus updates using the AppCenter, and on rebooting found the System Settings / Keyboard option fo Caps Lock Behavior is not working (nothing happens no matter what it'...
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Does eOS support separate light and dark desktop backgrounds?
I was poking around in dconf and noticed that io.elementary.desktop.background has a setting called dim-wallpaper-in-dark-style. By default it is off. However, enabling it doesn't seem to do anything, ...
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