[Bug 653443] [NEW] Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m
Public bug reported: Binary package hint: gnome-settings-daemon Hi there. I'm trying my best to file this properly, and I hope the report can help pinpoint the issue I'm having. Part of this is a repost from the SO INCREDIBLY HELPFUL Launchpad-Answers Ubuntu section, but I have some more information now and feel better about posting an official bug. Here goes: "Hey everyone. I've been using Ubuntu since Dapper, and for the most part it's been great times. My desktop computer is totally solid, even while running the Maverick beta. However, I've run into a large issue trying to get the current Maverick build running on my old laptop. The device in question is a Dell Inspiron 600M (got it from someone who didn't want it anymore). I had it running Lucid with no huge issues, but I wanted to take advantage of the nicer theme and upgrades to the package repos. I wouldn't have bothered this early, but as I said, it's been running nicely on my desktop. As such, I seem to have hit a pretty nasty bug/regression, and I'm wondering if anyone can help out. Here's what I've got: I installed the beta using the same cd I had made for my desktop. Installation went through without an issue, and I was able to reboot into my new desktop with no problem. However, after running update manager to do a partial upgrade into the current state of Maverick, I'm unable to get the computer to properly boot on restart. After the ubuntu logo shows up, insead of going properly to the login screen I get a strange graphic... basically a wall containing the purple/white-ish hues of the login background, but thinly vertically striped (it would seem, sort of hard to properly explain, as the stripes are the same color). If I blindly hit enter, and enter my password, the screen goes a strange pattern of grey (similar to the toolbars on the desktop). I couldn't get it to properly do anything from here, except that once or twice I was able to ctrl-alt-del and hit enter to shut down (so keyboard input is working). It kinda sounds like part of whatever is on the screen (a toolbar, for example) is being stretched through the whole screen, but it doesn't look like a resolution issue. I tried reinstalling many, many times (very tedious) in different fashions, to try and nail down what might be the culprit..." And I think I have! I've gone through over 400 packages, often updating one at a time and then restarting to try and find which package is giving me trouble, and it seems to be this one: upon installing gnome- settings daemon on a Maverick Beta build and restarting, I'm getting the graphical corruption again. I posted my issue on September 19th, so the issue must have happened in an update to g-s-d between the publishing of the beta iso (September 2nd) and then. If it helps, I've tried installing the RC directly using that iso, and I get the same corruption. So... I dunno. I've spent a lot of time trying to figure this out, since no one seemed interested in helping with the grunt-work. Is there anything I can do to further nail down this bug? I'd really like to help get it fixed before Maverick final comes out, assuming it isn't something specific to my laptop specifically. I've run out of computers to test, and my desktop is still running up-to-date Maverick perfectly. Help? ** Affects: gnome-settings-daemon (Ubuntu) Importance: Undecided Status: New -- Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/653443 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-settings-daemon in ubuntu. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 653443] Re: Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m
I'd like to note that until bug #418809 is fixed, I can't run a partial upgrade with this package pinned, as the pin will be ignored, and my package updated anyway. If that bug were to be fixed, I could at least conceivably work around this issue by keeping gnome-settings-daemon permanently pinned... but it seems silly to have to employ such a workaround. As silly as it sounds, I have two other friends with the same laptop whom I can no longer recommend ubuntu to, since they simply could not make use of the coming release in this state. I hope someone will help me nail down this issue. -- Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/653443 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-settings-daemon in ubuntu. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 653443] Re: Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m
Well, that was weird. I was kinda hoping to hear something from... anyone, but the most recent uploaded version of g-s-d (concerning a basic rollback, if I understood correctly) fixes the issue neatly. Thanks guys, you can close this... whenever you notice it? -- Corrupt graphics after bootsplash on dell inspiron 600m https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/653443 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-settings-daemon in ubuntu. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Adding the output of "pactl list", in case anyone wants to take a look at it. Happy holidays! ** Attachment added: "pactl list output" https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+attachment/3931440/+files/pactl%20output -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Sorry, got my words mixed up: I tried a fresh install of Raring a year ago, in the hopes that this was a cinnamon and/or Quantal issue. When it made no difference I reinstalled cinnamon and continued on. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
1) Yes, I have the same issue when running a clean install of ubuntu. It was the first thing I tried when I installed quantal a year ago, in the hopes that it was a cinnamon and/or raring issue. No dice. If it would help at all information-wise I could run pactl through the unity desktop? I have an image of Saucy I can boot from to try it if you think it'll tell you more. 2) I don't specifically remember disabling my onboard audio card, but perhaps I did? Anyway, I always have my Maudio card plugged in when I boot up. Possible old news: If I boot up with it unplugged I can get into the menu, but obviously that doesn't do me much good. What can I try next? -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Well... bah. I guess we have a couple of options? - you could walk me through installing debug symbols, whenever you have the time. I'm sure it wouldn't be easy, but I'm game if you are. - if there is some sort of changelog for gnome-control-center, we could still look back through it to the time around when I filed my bug initially... the sound menu definitely used to work with this card, so something roughly a year ago must have broken compatibility for me. I just never really knew where to look, or if it was specifically gnome-control-center I should be looking into. - as a last-ditch option, i might be able to send you my interface... it would suck to be without it, but if you thought having it would help diagnose the problem and you cared enough to take a look, maybe it would be a good option? Not sure where you live, so I don't know about shipping costs... I'm in eastern massachusetts at the moment. Anyway. Any of those things sound like a good plan? -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Well, I'm embarrassed to say that updating to 13.10 just now fixed my sound menu issue completely. I'm not sure why it persisted through my last upgrade (to 13.04) and not this one, as both were clean installs. The only thing I can think of is that last time I kept my Fast Track plugged in during my ubuntu install, and this time I kept it unplugged and plugged it in after I had installed and restarted. Perhaps the card was autodetected in a strange way, or the OS install installed a driver for it in a strange manner? My only other explanation is that some package was changed in 13.10 and not backported to 13.04... but that seems odd. Anyway, I guess the matter is closed! Thank you David for your help on trying to figure out my issue, and I apologize for wasting your time. I appreciate what you did for me! -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Got a notification that this has been made public today... not sure if that means I'll be getting any assistance, but for what it's worth I'm definitely still experiencing this error. Haven't been able to access the sound menu for months. :( I hope someone will see the info I provided and help me squash this one, even if I am the only person on linux who seems to be using this audio interface, -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
I'd really appreciate it! I'd sort of given up hope that I'd see my sound menu on this system again. :( Because it used to work fine there's a chance we could look at the related packages from the weeks around/before my first post and see if any relevant changes stand out... I'd like to do whatever I can to help. The interface has multiple inputs, if that has any relevance? It can take a quarter inch instrument cable as well as an XLR mic cable. Possibly not related, but it does set it apart from some other cards/interfaces. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
If you wouldn't mind letting me know how to apply patches, I think I should be able to do it. I'll be applying it to gvc-mixer-control, or...? I'd also certainly use a ppa, really whichever approach takes up less time for you. I'm headed out the door to go to work, but I'll be back this afternoon and will get right on testing this. I really appreciate the help! -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
I am still using 13.04 currently, yes. I certainly wouldn't mind a ppa, but I'm able to use the command line and all if I were given the proper steps to take. The above steps don't look too daunting, but I think I would need a bit more direction if I'm to go the non-ppa route. Would a ppa be much trouble? -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
I will try to be by my computer today if a ppa is able to be made. You guys may be off for the weekend... I tried googling about applying patches but I'm not sure I found the right information for this specific case. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Having done some research on applying patches, and not being exactly sure where to get the source to apply this patch to (and not being totally sure what program I'd be getting the source for, precisely), I think that it would be really super if one of you are able to provide me with a 13.04 ppa for testing. I hope that that's still an option, and I hope you won't be too bummed that I wasn't able to make proper use of the patch myself. :( I would really like to test this fix, so if anyone gets a chance I would appreciate further assistance. Thanks again for commenting in the first place, I appreciate it. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
David, thank you!! I have added the ppa, and while it's not showing up yet in my updates, I figure it should be ready to go when I get out of work today. I will speed home and test this baby out! -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
David, the patch has altered the nature of the crash, but I am still not able to get into sound settings. Previously the window would open, hang, and then crash, prompting me to file a report (which is what I did when this started happening). Now trying to open the page opens and immediately closes in a seg fault. It's probably for the best that we were getting the old behavior, as this crash doesn't provide as much bug report info off the bat... running "gnome-control-center sound" simply prints out "Segmentation fault (core dumped)". How can I get you more information? Something about a backtrace, right? Can you walk me through this? -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
No worries, I've waited almost a year and have no qualms with waiting a bit longer. :) I did my best to get a backtrace for you? I think I ran it okay. I've posted my attempts in a pastebin file, here: http://pastebin.com/tWe7zH6z The backtrace just kept going and going, so I manually quit out a bit after the 500th line. Let me know when you can if I did it right, and if there's anything useful in there. Thank you David, good luck with the other stuff you're working on as well. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
David, just pinging you as you asked. :) Hope your other work is going well. -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 1131220] Re: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream()
Perhaps bad form, but sending another message to make sure I'm not completely forgotten. Hope we can figure out this issue soon. Hope everyone had a nice thanksgiving, if they celebrate! -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1131220 Title: [soundnua]: gnome-control-center crashed with SIGSEGV in gvc_mixer_control_lookup_device_from_stream() To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/1131220/+subscriptions -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 405953] Re: 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties
Hey, I'm a bit confused... this bug and another (#152561 ) have both been marked as "invalid", and the reason given is that it has already been reported. So where is the original bug? Why aren't they being merged together? Is this something that was deemed a non-issue in 2007 (or earlier) and now will no longer be warranted with discussion? I'm pretty sure even Windows changed their right click option to "appearance" or something like it a few years back, and given the wealth of options we get under the appearance window, does it really not make sense to change this? Linux is all about theme-ablility (moreso than the other "big two" distros), it should be advertised proudly that we can do a whole lot more than just change a background... -- 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/405953 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is a bug assignee. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 405953] Re: 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties
*** This bug is a duplicate of bug 152561 *** https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/152561 (continuing here so I don't look crazy over there... I'll make a post on the "main bug" saying I posted some rantings and ravings over here) Then why even have the background window as a part of the overarching appearance window? I can tell you that I personally have clicked the "appearance" button in preferences fewer times than I could count on my hands in the last two years, ever since I learned that "change background" brought me to the exact same place. I use it to set up/test fonts, install/test changes to themes, and yes, I even use it to add a whole bunch of wallpapaers, and then proceed to use just one for about a release cycle. I'm not saying that the wallpapaer section shouldn't be the first thing you see, I do think that's the thing people will use the most often. But it is not at all a jump of logic for a person to see the word "appearance" and not still understand they can change their background there. Having checked, Windows now uses "personalize". Is that going to throw off a user looking to change their wallpaper? Well... I don't think so. -- 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/405953 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is a bug assignee. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 405953] Re: 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties
*** This bug is a duplicate of bug 152561 *** https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/152561 In case there was any confusion, instead of going up to preferences, I am using the right click menu to get to appearance. The preferences entry is the one I almost never think to use. -- 'Change Desktop Background' desktop context menu item doesn't make clear how much more you can change in gnome-appearance-properties https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/405953 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is a bug assignee. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
[Bug 152561] Re: "change Desktop-Background" should be "Appearance"
Wrote a bunch of rants and raves in the duplicate of this "duplicate" (duplicate of what?). tl;dr is basically that appearance is not a misleading word for what a user is trying to do when looking to change the background; I'm not against the wallpapers showing up first, that is most likely what non-power users are browsing for, and were that the first tab instead of themes we wouldn't even be having this discussion; I personally use the right click way of getting into appearances for all of its uses, rather than the preferences entry; even windows, which is so much less configurable, has used "personalize" as its word of choice since at least vista, and they're not nearly as configurable as we are. Whew. So that's my two cents on the issue. questions/comments/admonishment? -- "change Desktop-Background" should be "Appearance" https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/152561 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Desktop Bugs, which is subscribed to gnome-control-center in ubuntu. -- desktop-bugs mailing list desktop-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/desktop-bugs
