After installing FunOS, there are several steps you can take to update the system, install additional features, and customize the desktop for everyday use. This guide covers 10 recommended things to do after completing a new FunOS installation.
1. Reload the Menu
Note: Starting with FunOS 24.04.4 LTS (Build 20260618) and FunOS 26.04 LTS (Build 20260618), the application menu updates automatically. You can skip this step when using either of these releases or a newer version.
Immediately after installation, the Install FunOS entry may still appear in the application menu. Reloading the menu removes this entry and refreshes the available applications.
To reload the menu:
- Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner of the screen.
- Click Reload menu.
The menu will refresh, and the Install FunOS entry should disappear.
2. Update and Upgrade the System
Updating the system ensures that you have the latest bug fixes, security updates, and package improvements.
Open a terminal and run:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgradeThe first command refreshes the package information, while the second installs available updates.
If you see the following notice after running sudo apt update:
Notice: Some sources can be modernized. Run 'apt modernize-sources' to do so.Modernize the software sources by running:
sudo apt modernize-sources -yThen refresh the package list and install the available updates again:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade3. Install a Bluetooth Manager, If Needed
FunOS does not include a graphical Bluetooth manager by default.
If your computer supports Bluetooth and you want to connect devices such as headphones, speakers, keyboards, or mice, you can install Blueman.
For complete instructions, see:
How to Install Blueman on FunOS
4. Enable Printing, If Needed
FunOS does not include printing packages by default. If you plan to use a printer, you will need to install CUPS and the required printer-related packages.
For complete setup instructions, see:
How to Enable Printing on FunOS
5. Install Simple Scan, If Needed
If you use a document or image scanner, Simple Scan provides an easy-to-use graphical interface for scanning documents and photos.
For installation instructions, see:
How to Install Simple Scan on FunOS
6. Install the NVIDIA Driver, If Needed
If your computer has an NVIDIA graphics card, installing the appropriate proprietary driver may provide better graphics performance, hardware acceleration, and compatibility.
For complete instructions, see:
How to Install the NVIDIA Driver on FunOS
7. Install Additional Applications
FunOS includes only a small selection of applications by default, allowing you to install the software that best suits your needs.
Some commonly used applications include:
- LibreOffice for creating and editing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- GIMP for editing and manipulating images
- VLC for playing video and audio files
Most applications available in the Ubuntu repositories can be installed using APT. For more application installation guides, visit the FunOS documentation page:
8. Disable the Screensaver, If Needed
FunOS includes XScreenSaver for managing the screensaver and screen-locking behavior.
To disable the screensaver:
- Click Menu > Settings > XScreenSaver Settings.
- Find the Mode option.
- Select Disable Screen Saver.
- Close the XScreenSaver settings window.
You can return to the same settings window later if you decide to enable or configure the screensaver.
9. Customize the Desktop
FunOS provides several tools for changing the appearance of the desktop.
Change the Wallpaper
Click Menu > Set Wallpaper, then select the wallpaper you want to use.
Change the JWM Theme
Click Menu > Themes, then select your preferred JWM theme.
Change the GTK Theme and Icons
Click Menu > Settings > Customize Look and Feel to change the GTK theme, icon theme, mouse cursor, and other appearance settings.
Customize the Login Screen
Click Menu > Settings > LightDM GTK Greeter settings to customize the appearance of the login screen.
Configure the Screensaver
Click Menu > Settings > XScreenSaver Settings to select a screensaver and adjust its behavior.
10. Install Media Codecs, If Needed
Some multimedia formats require additional codecs that are not installed by default.
To install commonly used media codecs, open a terminal and run:
sudo apt install ubuntu-restricted-extrasThe ubuntu-restricted-extras package includes support for several commonly used audio and video formats, along with Microsoft TrueType core fonts and other multimedia components.
Note: During installation, you may be asked to accept the license agreement for the Microsoft TrueType core fonts. Use the Tab key to select OK or Yes, then press Enter to continue.
Conclusion
After completing these steps, your FunOS installation should be updated and better prepared for everyday use. You can enable only the features you need, install your preferred applications, and customize the desktop to match your workflow and personal preferences.
I am missing how to change locales.
After “sudo dkpg-reconfigure locales, I select Italian, and the menu remains English.
What should I do?
Thank you for your comment, Max. I apologize for the delay in responding.
I’ve prepared a complete guide to help you change the system language and JWM application menu to Italian. The details have been sent to your email address.
If you don’t see the message in your inbox, please check your spam folder. Let me know if you need further help!
I am spending lots of time to change my locale as Max asked on FAQ. Why don’t you add the details for it instead of sending him how to make it? Anyway, please share the process to change locale from en to my country code of ja. BTW, I made purge locales and install locales again but no help after editing /etc/default/locale. Thank you advance!
I tested 24.4,24.3 and 24.1 for your information. I think 24.4 is the one I should work with , although it is missing the language setting, etc… I like your stuff very much since 2024….
Hi Yoshihiro,
Thank you very much for your detailed feedback and for testing multiple FunOS versions (24.1, 24.3, and 24.04). I also really appreciate your support since 2024.
You’re absolutely right—changing the locale in FunOS is not as straightforward as it should be right now, especially since the graphical language settings are not included by default. Your suggestion about providing clearer documentation is very helpful.
I’ll be publishing a dedicated article on the FunOS website that explains the correct steps to change the locale (including Japanese) in a clear and complete way, so users don’t have to struggle with this.
Thanks again for your feedback—it really helps improve FunOS.
Best regards,
Bustami
I instaled FunOS in a Dell Latitud E4300, but when enter, there is a black destop, whith a menu of devian, the only form to access the programs is to enter a terminal and run a pcmanfm. But if I log out in the enter page I can see the wallpaper.
How can I run the normal desktop and menu?
Hello Leonardo,
Thank you for trying FunOS, and I apologize for the delay in replying to your comment.
To better understand the issue, could you please let me know which version of FunOS you are using (for example, FunOS 24.04.3)?
One possible cause of the problem is that the ISO file may be corrupted during the download process. This can sometimes result in an incomplete or incorrect desktop setup, such as a black desktop or missing menu. If possible, please try downloading the FunOS ISO again from the official website and reinstalling it.
Once I know the FunOS version you are using, I can provide more specific guidance.
Best regards,
Bustami Arifin
I have FUNOS 25.10 stable
its fun using FunOS…
Hola, necesito mover el panel de la parte inferior a la parte superior de la pantalla,
cómo debo hacer? desde ya gracias!
Hola Tuquita 🙂
Para mover el panel desde la parte inferior a la parte superior de la pantalla en FunOS, puedes hacerlo editando la configuración de JWM.
Sigue estos pasos:
1️⃣ Abre la Terminal.
2️⃣ Ejecuta el siguiente comando:
mousepad ~/.config/jwm/tray3️⃣ Busca esta línea:
<Tray x="0" y="-1" height="30" autohide="off" delay="1000">Cambia:
y="-1"por:
y="0"4️⃣ Guarda el archivo y cierra Mousepad.
5️⃣ Reinicia JWM con este comando:
jwm -restartDespués de eso, el panel aparecerá en la parte superior de la pantalla.
Si tienes alguna duda, no dudes en comentar nuevamente 😊