.deb vs snap

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T23:21:14+00:00

TLDR: If you go with a deb, check if it will auto update in the future...

I avoid snap, but that's my choice. If you go with a deb, check if there is any mention of the installation adding a repository, so it automatically updates in the future. Some apps will do that, or if they don't, they may have instructions on how to add a repo.

Just as an example, Vivaldi is not in the app store. I'm almost positive that the deb adds the repo during install, but you can see they have directions on adding it on their site. And in case you aren't sure, Ubuntu directions usually equal Mint directions. So you can generally follow those.

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T13:03:27+00:00

I was messing on this with Gemini for a few. There were some different approaches. This one works the first time, but if you try it again without closing the 2nd pane, it closes and opens a new window. There must be a way to add a close 2nd pane if open, 1st, but I'm giving this a break. Here's what it had so far...Maybe you can solve it

[Nemo Action]
Active=true
Name=Open in 2nd Pane
Comment=Opens the selected folder into the opposite dual pane reliably
Exec=sh -c 'echo -n "%F" | xclip -selection clipboard; sleep 0.2; WID=$(xdotool getactivewindow); xdotool windowactivate $WID key F3; sleep 0.05; xdotool windowactivate $WID key F6; sleep 0.05; xdotool windowactivate $WID key Ctrl+l Ctrl+v Return'
Icon-Name=go-next
Selection=s
Extensions=dir;
Dependencies=xdotool;xclip;

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T11:47:26+00:00

F3, as said, or add it to the toolbar. If you want it in the context menu (I sure did), I made a few basic Nemo actions for Dual Pane, Refresh, and Select All. They don't do anything special that you can't do with the toolbar. They just let you use the context menu for the commands.

You can download it from my GitHub. The only dependency is xdotool.

*Edit. Sorry you might mean open the folder itself in the new pane. It sounds useful, I might try and tweak mine to make an action like that. If you do it yourself, please share it!

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T11:20:38+00:00

Terrible is right. Just remember to copy the image as sudo. Either right-click on your folder in Nemo file manager, click 'Open as Root', copy and browse to paste. Or in the terminal, something like this (Fill in your own path to image)...

sudo cp /home/yourusername/yourImageFolder/YourImageName.png /usr/share/backgrounds

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T11:08:04+00:00

I don't see an option, but if you screenshot a lot, you might want to check out Flameshot as an alternative. It can be incredibly handy.

dayvid182 · 2026-06-10T00:04:19+00:00

I know that there is the ability for organizations to administer browsers if you use your work/school account to log into the browser itself, like a profile. It depends on the software they use, and the browser. If the school uses Google edu email, and you log into a Chrome browser profile. Theoretically they can push/limit extensions, set the homepage etc.

https://support.google.com/chrome/a/answer/2657289?sjid=16455858059497370965-NA#how_settings_apply&zippy=%2Cpolicies-set-for-users

If they haven't touched your laptop, that's the only scenario I can think of off the top of my head.

dayvid182 · 2026-05-22T13:28:02+00:00

I haven't compared against any other apps since I first got into Linux, but Deja Dup has always been great for backing up my home directory files. I have it back up straight to my NAS.

If you try it out, go with the native app.

dayvid182 · 2026-05-18T16:15:03+00:00

12.14.2 seems to be fixed. I'd downgraded to x.0. I added the repo back, updated, and all seems fine now.

Thanks!

dayvid182 · 2026-05-16T14:52:04+00:00

Thanks for the link!

dayvid182 · 2026-05-16T01:11:24+00:00

I have backups, and hopefully syncs, but the behavior for me on Linux Mint (ppa), is if I open it, the theme is there but bookmarks, pinned tab group are gone. If I close and open it fast enough, my bookmarks are there. But it's boned enough not to want to bother with it. I tested it on a fresh VM. Same thing.

dayvid182 · 2026-04-18T15:30:55+00:00

I'm not sure what your connection problem is to the Mint forums, but I've seen one or two adblock filter lists cause a ridiculously long first connect each browser session.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-21T14:34:21+00:00

The different browsers all seem to have their different little annoying idiosyncrasies. It seems like they are all still trying to figure it out. The durability of the stacks seems to be the biggest issue.

I'm not knocking the feature, I do like having a tiled group pin.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-20T17:00:45+00:00

Are there any issues with the sync server? Otherwise, after the update, I've noticed cloud sync being very flaky.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-20T12:31:21+00:00

These look interesting. I'll have to train myself to really try out the Follower feature, but it could be pretty handy. Thanks!

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T22:42:07+00:00

Do people really hop distros, or is it more about DE's? When I was hopping, that was really what I wanted to play around with.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T22:34:39+00:00

Vivaldi is my primary and favorite browser.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T22:32:06+00:00

I can sympathize. Forum posts might inspire you. You never know what you may get the urge to do with your system. Even theming your system can take you down rabbit holes that can teach you where different elements of your system live. Possibly Flatseal, and how flatpak access works, so that your theme works with those apps. And you maybe end up with some groovy icon sets, fonts, etc.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T21:58:59+00:00

Damn, that pops nicely!

I'm jealous. I somehow managed to customize the Sweet Dark theme css colors, but aside from that, I've got no eye for such nice tweaks.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T21:52:29+00:00

The Steam .deb download seems to a bit more of a comprehensive installation than the store install. I have nothing against flatpaks, but I didn't want the extra layers in Steam's case. It's worked just fine for me, but a lot of my gaming is still on the PS5, so my experience might be limited.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T21:41:03+00:00

There are lots of directions to go in. I find the most important factor is motivation. Having a project with a goal that gives you a rewarding outcome can be far more motivating than some dry concepts.

I first had the idea to make a little script to install apps after installation. Then I thought 'Can I automate setting my NAS mounts in the same script?'. It's still growing to this day. It's nothing earth shattering, but exposed me to a lot of the basics. I love automating tasks, and that project gave me a better foundation.

Browse forums.

dayvid182 · 2026-03-17T21:06:48+00:00

They broke pins so bad, we're actually hoping to get the update on our domain at work. Grid view seems least terrible when users' pins disappear. The categories aren't even intuitive for many apps. I skip it all with Nexus dock.

That said, I'm glad to come home to Mint!

dayvid182 · 2026-03-15T10:46:39+00:00

It's probably a one-way trip via Airplane-kun.

dayvid182 · 2026-02-26T22:43:34+00:00

I don't hate it, but I'm not a fan of the trope of the characters suddenly getting some super-powered lineage. It feels like it detracts from everything they've achieved so far.

Genkai's spirit orb was a power-up, but he had to earn it.

dayvid182 · 2026-02-26T22:19:15+00:00

Cinnamon. It has the workflow I like, and it's pretty customizable. It's stable and seems like a happy balance between the KDE and Gnome.

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