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Who uses pure GNOME (no extensions) (lemdro.id)

submitted 1 year ago by mfat@lemdro.id to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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I really like gnome and how it looks. However every time I try it I find myself in need of more functionality and so I install a bunch of extensions. For example I can't live without a dock and some sort of system tray that shows which apps are running in background.

Sometimes the extensions have small UI inconsistencies or use more memory than usual. That's why I totally ditched gnome and switch to KDE.

Also I tend to think it's been designed for people who are more comfortable using a keyboard. I'm mostly a mouse person.

Do any of you run pure gnome with no extensions? How do you cope with the lack of a dock and system tray?

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[–] AlijahTheMediocre@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The Windows style systray is redundant, I dont understand how you guys think you need it. Android style systray (system notifications) would be far better.

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[–] kzhe@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

I use the pure GNOME workflow with the exception of pop shell and scroll panel. Few aesthetics here and there.

[–] Secret300@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 year ago

I use dash to dock but I keep it hidden and make it the same size. It's just nice to be able to go down to click open apps sometimes. I still rarely use it but it's nice to have

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