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Latest roundup · 18 Apr 2015
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Using Apple Keyboards and Trackpads with elementary OS
Apple keyboards and Magic Trackpads can work very well with elementary OS. Their compact design, quiet keys and accurate pointing surface suit the clean…
Create Bootable USB Drives on elementary OS with Etcher
A bootable USB drive lets you install elementary OS, test another Linux distribution, repair a damaged system, or run recovery tools without changing the…
A Practical Guide to Split View and Tabs in elementary OS Files
The Files app in elementary OS is designed to keep everyday file management calm and uncluttered. It handles familiar jobs such as browsing folders, copying…
Manage your photo library with Shotwell on elementary OS
Shotwell is a practical photo manager for elementary OS users who want something more structured than a folder full of images, without moving their entire…
elementary OS Night Light and External Eye Comfort Tools
Long sessions in front of a display can make eyes feel dry, tired or irritated, especially when a bright screen is used in a dim room. elementary OS includes…
Using elementary OS with a 4K monitor without tiny text
A 4K display can make elementary OS look exceptionally crisp. At 3840 × 2160 pixels, window edges are clean, photographs have greater detail, and small…
Elementary OS Keyboard Shortcuts Cheat Sheet for Beginners
Keyboard shortcuts turn everyday actions into quick, repeatable movements. Instead of opening a menu to launch an application, arrange a window or move between…
Dual Monitors And Workspaces In Elementary OS
A second monitor can make elementary OS feel considerably more spacious without turning the desktop into a maze of windows. A laptop display can hold email,…
Using AppCenter payments and developer accounts on elementary OS
AppCenter is elementary OS’s built-in software marketplace, but it is more than a catalogue of applications. It combines curated Linux software, Flatpak…
A Practical Guide to Elementary OS System Monitor
When an elementary OS laptop feels slow, the cause is not always obvious. A web page may be using excessive processor time, a background update may be…
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