Desktop: GNOME

Customize GNOME on Fedora Fedora's default GNOME desktop can be personalized through GNOME Settings, GNOME Tweaks, the Extensions app, and gsettings — no third-party tools required. Getting Started with GNOME on Fedora: A Complete Tour Fedora ships GNOME as its default desktop and is one of the best-supported GNOME platforms, giving new users a clean, modern interface that is easy to learn. GNOME Extensions Install, enable, and manage GNOME Shell extensions on Fedora using GNOME Extensions Manager, the gnome-extensions CLI, or the extensions.gnome.org website. GNOME vs KDE comparison GNOME and KDE Plasma are both supported by default on Fedora, but they target different workflows: GNOME prioritizes a streamlined, opinionated interface with a focus on keyboard shortcuts and minimalism, while KDE Plasma offers a highly customizable, traditional desktop experience that mimics Windo How to Access GNOME Settings from the Command Line (gsettings / dconf) Launch GNOME Settings with gnome-control-center or modify specific keys using gsettings and dconf commands. How to Add a Dock or Taskbar to GNOME on Fedora (Dash to Dock / Dash to Panel) Install the dash-to-dock extension via DNF and enable it to add a taskbar to Fedora GNOME. How to Change the Login Screen (GDM) Theme and Background on Fedora Change Fedora GDM login screen theme and background by editing custom.conf and placing images in /usr/share/backgrounds/gdm. How to Configure Default Applications in GNOME on Fedora Configure default applications in GNOME on Fedora using the xdg-mime command to set file type associations. How to Configure Email Accounts in GNOME Online Accounts on Fedora Configure email in Fedora by opening GNOME Online Accounts, selecting your provider, signing in, and enabling the Mail toggle. How to Configure GNOME Keyboard Shortcuts on Fedora Configure GNOME keyboard shortcuts on Fedora using the Settings GUI or gsettings command line tool. How to Configure Night Light (Blue Light Filter) on Fedora GNOME Enable Night Light in Fedora GNOME by going to Settings > Displays and toggling the switch. How to Customize the GNOME Desktop on Fedora (Appearance, Fonts, Icons) Customize Fedora GNOME appearance, fonts, and icons using Settings or gsettings commands. How to Enable and Configure GNOME Hot Corners on Fedora GNOME Hot Corners are disabled by default on Fedora, but you can enable them by installing the "Hot Corners" extension from the GNOME Extensions website or via the `gnome-shell-extension-hot-corners` package, then configuring the specific actions for each corner through the GNOME Tweaks tool. How to Enable Desktop Icons in GNOME on Fedora Enable desktop icons in GNOME on Fedora by running the gsettings command to set show-desktop-icons to true. How to Enable Minimize and Maximize Buttons in GNOME on Fedora Restore minimize and maximize buttons in Fedora GNOME by resetting window manager preferences via gsettings. How to Fix GNOME Extensions Not Working After Fedora Upgrade Fix GNOME extensions after a Fedora upgrade by disabling and re-enabling them to clear cached data. How to Fix GNOME Shell Crashing or Freezing on Fedora Fix GNOME Shell crashes on Fedora by disabling extensions and restarting the shell process. How to Fix High CPU Usage from gnome-shell on Fedora Fix high gnome-shell CPU usage on Fedora by disabling extensions and restarting the shell process. How to Fix Login Loop (GDM Keeps Returning to Login Screen) on Fedora Fix Fedora GDM login loop by checking journal logs and restoring SELinux contexts or removing corrupted session files. How to Fix "Oh No! Something Has Gone Wrong" Error in GNOME on Fedora Fix the GNOME 'Oh No!' error on Fedora by resetting shell extensions or updating graphics drivers. How to Fix Slow GNOME Performance or High CPU Usage on Fedora Improve sluggish GNOME performance and reduce high CPU usage on Fedora by disabling heavy extensions, enabling hardware acceleration, and tuning compositor settings. How to Install and Manage GNOME Shell Extensions on Fedora Install GNOME Shell extensions on Fedora using the `gnome-shell-extension-manager` GUI tool or the `gnome-extensions` CLI, then manage them via the GUI or command line. How to Install Fedora on a Virtual Machine (VirtualBox / VMware / GNOME Boxes) Install Fedora on a virtual machine by creating a new VM, attaching the ISO, and following the installation prompts. How to Reset GNOME Desktop Settings to Default on Fedora To reset GNOME desktop settings to their factory defaults on Fedora, you must delete the user-specific configuration files in `~/.config/dconf/user` and clear the `gsettings` schema overrides. How to Switch Between Wayland and Xorg Sessions in GNOME on Fedora Select GNOME on Xorg or GNOME at the login screen to switch display servers. How to Sync Google Drive Files on Fedora (GNOME Online Accounts, rclone) Sync Google Drive on Fedora using GNOME Online Accounts for file manager integration or rclone for command-line synchronization. How to Use Deja Dup (GNOME Backups) for Simple Backups on Fedora Enable Deja Dup backups on Fedora by turning on the toggle in Settings and selecting a storage destination. How to Use GNOME Boxes for Quick Virtual Machines on Fedora Install and launch GNOME Boxes on Fedora to quickly create virtual machines using a simple graphical interface. How to Use GNOME Boxes for Quick VM Setup on Fedora Install GNOME Boxes on Fedora using dnf to quickly set up and manage virtual machines via a graphical interface. How to Use GNOME Files (Nautilus) File Manager Efficiently GNOME Files (Nautilus) is the default file manager in Fedora, and you can maximize efficiency by mastering keyboard shortcuts for navigation and leveraging the built-in "Places" sidebar for quick access to system directories. How to Use GNOME Tweaks to Customize Your Fedora Desktop Install the `gnome-tweaks` package via DNF and launch it from the application menu to unlock advanced GNOME settings like theme switching, font rendering, and extension management that are hidden in the default system settings. How to Use GNOME Workspaces and Virtual Desktops Effectively Manage GNOME Workspaces using Super key shortcuts to switch views and move windows between virtual desktops. KDE Plasma vs GNOME on Fedora: Which Desktop Should You Choose? Choose GNOME for a polished, consistent workflow or KDE Plasma for maximum customization and lower resource usage on Fedora. Top 20 GNOME Shell Extensions for Fedora Users You don't need to install twenty extensions to get a productive Fedora GNOME experience; instead, focus on a curated set of five to seven high-impact extensions that address specific workflow gaps without compromising system stability.