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bazilio97

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[SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

Hello guys, I am a new arch user. I can't store any files on my desktop. For instance, ranger displays created or copied files on desktop but visually it's a clean window. How can I fix it?
Thank you in advance!

Last edited by bazilio97 (2023-02-27 09:46:23)

mpan

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Re: [SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

What desktop environment do you use? Some do not display icons on the desktop, by design.

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ewaller

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Re: [SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

Moved to Newbie Corner.

Since Arch does not include a desktop out of the box, you just might want to start by telling us what Desktop Environment / Desktop Manager you are using.

Edit:  Half a minute late.

Last edited by ewaller (2023-02-26 23:50:40)

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bazilio97

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Re: [SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

Gnome

ewaller

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Re: [SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

Gnome no longer supports files on the desktop.   You may be able to use this extension to restore this functionality....
https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/ … top-icons/

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bazilio97

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Re: [SOLVED] can't store data on desktop

I understood, thank you a lot!