FunOS

FAQ

I installed an application via Terminal, but it doesn’t appear in the application menu.

After installing an application, it may not immediately appear in the menu. To fix this:

  • Click Menu in the lower-left corner of the screen.
  • Click Reload menu.
  • Wait a few moments (about 3 seconds), and the application should now appear in the menu.

I set the screen resolution, but it resets to default after rebooting.

To retain the screen resolution settings after reboot, you’ll need to add the xrandr command to the .xprofile file. For detailed instructions, refer to our article: How to Set the Screen Resolution in FunOS.

I configured multiple monitors, but the configuration resets to default after rebooting.

For multi-monitor setups, you’ll need to add your xrandr commands to the .xprofile file. See the detailed guide here: Configuring Multiple Monitors on FunOS: A Step-by-Step Guide.

Tap-to-click on the touchpad is not working.

To enable tap-to-click functionality on the touchpad, please follow the instructions in our guide: How to Enable Tap to Click on the Touchpad in FunOS.

How do I install applications on FunOS?

You can install applications on FunOS via the Terminal. Our Documentation page provides tutorials for installing popular applications and additional tips.

Is FunOS safe?

Yes, FunOS is safe. It uses 100% packages from the official Ubuntu repository. Firefox ESR is provided through a PPA by the Mozilla Team on Launchpad, which is also maintained by Ubuntu. The only exception is the Volume Icon application, which comes from the antiX Linux repository.

How do I add or change application shortcuts in the tray?

You can add or modify application shortcuts in the tray. For detailed steps, refer to this article: How to Create Application Shortcuts in the FunOS Tray.

Where is the app to manage Bluetooth?

Bluetooth functionality on FunOS is managed by the Blueman application. For installation instructions, please see: How to Install Blueman on FunOS.

How do I upgrade packages installed on FunOS?

To upgrade packages on FunOS:

  • Open Terminal.
  • Run the following command:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

This will update the package list and install available updates.

Why is there no 32-bit version of FunOS?

We would like to offer a 32-bit version of FunOS; however, Ubuntu no longer provides a 32-bit base. We are exploring options for a potential 32-bit version based on Debian in the future.

This FAQ should help address the most common questions about FunOS. For additional information, visit our Documentation page.