By default, when you try to access a partition on the internal hard disk using the file manager (PCManFM) in FunOS, a pop-up window titled Authentication is required will appear. This prompt asks you to enter your user password in order to mount the partition. This behavior is managed by PolicyKit, a framework that handles […]
By default, FunOS uses a lightweight window manager (JWM) and does not include desktop icons or shortcuts. However, if you want to create application shortcuts directly on the desktop—just like in traditional desktop environments such as LXQt or Xfce—you can achieve this using the desktop manager feature in SpaceFM. In this guide, you’ll learn how […]
Modern keyboards often include special keys that make it easier to control your media, such as adjusting the volume, playing or pausing music, or skipping tracks. Among the most useful are the dedicated volume control keys, which allow you to instantly change your system’s sound volume without clicking through menus. In this article, we’ll explain […]
In FunOS, if you’re experiencing difficulty resizing application windows using your mouse, the problem may be due to the window border being too narrow. By default, FunOS sets the window border width to 1 pixel, which can make it challenging to grab and drag the window edges. This article will guide you through increasing the […]
In FunOS, the default application menu is powered by JWM (Joe’s Window Manager). While functional and lightweight, the JWM menu requires users to manually click “Reload menu” after installing or uninstalling applications for changes to take effect. By replacing the default JWM menu with jgmenu, you gain a modern and responsive menu experience that automatically […]
Dark mode enhances the visual appeal of the desktop while reducing eye strain, especially in low-light environments. FunOS allows users to enable dark mode by adjusting wallpaper, theme settings, and the LightDM login screen. Follow the steps below to enable dark mode in FunOS. 1. Set a Dark Wallpaper The first step in enabling dark […]
Note: This article was written for older FunOS releases that use the Ubiquity installer. FunOS 26.04 LTS now uses the Calamares installer, so the cursor display issue described in this article may no longer apply to the latest release. Understanding the FunOS Boot Menu When you first boot a USB stick containing FunOS, you will […]
Desktop notifications provide real-time alerts and updates on various system events, such as network status changes, battery warnings, or software notifications. In FunOS, notifications can be enabled by installing a notification daemon. This guide will walk you through the process of enabling desktop notifications in FunOS using notification-daemon. What Are Desktop Notifications? Desktop notifications are […]
Introduction If you’ve followed the steps in our guide How to Adjust Screen Brightness in FunOS to install the Xfce4 Power Manager on FunOS, you might expect the applet to appear in the system tray, allowing for easy power management. While this works seamlessly on FunOS 22.04 and 24.04, users of FunOS 24.10 have reported […]
Changing the LightDM background in FunOS is a simple process that can help you personalize your login screen. Follow the steps below to update the background image to one of your choice. Step 1: Open Terminal To begin, open the Terminal application in FunOS using one of the following methods: Step 2: Add LightDM to […]