Window tilling feature using in ubuntu
Window tilling feature using in ubuntu
I considered using a window tilling tool on my Ubuntu laptop, and the pop shell appeared to be the top choice in my search. However, I encountered some problems while using it. I think this subreddit could help me find solutions. Just to be clear, I’m only using it for about 3-4 hours, so let me know if I need to tweak any settings. Issue: -1. When opening a new window and two windows are already open, it always reverts the active window to the one that was previously open. If more than three windows are open, it reverts all of them, but after minimizing one window, it doesn’t return to its original position. 2023-01-28 12-29-01.mp4
If the default tiling window manager doesn’t suit you, explore alternatives. The top tiling options for Linux and their features are outlined here: https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-best-t...o-for-you/
You notice how windows adjust when you add more open programs. Usually the right side expands to accommodate new ones. When you add a fourth window, it seems the second one shifts left, matching the order of opening. If you close a window, it might be why things feel odd. With tiling managers, closing apps is preferred over minimizing them. Some apps like Spotify or Discord minimize to the tray instead of ending completely. You could check their settings for an option to terminate rather than just move to the tray. Good point about Pop Shell. Since you're using Ubuntu, installing Pop_OS might be ideal—it comes with Pop Shell and supports Flatpaks or Deb packages. I have Nobara on Fedora, which I’m not sure works well with Qtile. It functions okay enough because GNOME is common across Ubuntu, Pop Shell, and Fedora.
Using Gnome is a common setup that works well for general use. You can add tiling window managers by running the appropriate command. Installing i3, dwm, spectrwm, stumpwm, and xmonad are straightforward with apt-get. For more advanced options, stumpwm requires some Haskell knowledge.
Don't overlook SWAY. The other choices you mentioned seem a bit too advanced for my style. You really need to be a skilled keyboard user to get the most out of it. Implementing Pop_Os is quite straightforward. Just open a new window and it arranges itself evenly. Another window gives you the master and stack layout. Of course, your ideas provide a lot more options than what I have here. Particularly with multiple monitors, etc. Distrotube has a whole collection on tiling window managers as well as some tutorials. If you're looking for a thorough guide on using a window manager, it doesn't seem to fit anymore. That's why Pop Shell from Pop_OS works well for me on Nobara and Fedora.