The classic GNOME look is quite popular in all the Ubuntu releases. Here’s how to install in Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Xenial Xerus).
Classic GNOME
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The popularity of classic GNOME is mainly due to resource intensive default Unity desktop thus some users with old desktops, laptops prefers it. Have a look on how to install the classic GNOME a.k.a “flashback” in Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Xenial Xerus).
How to Install Classic GNOME Flashback
- Open terminal by searching in Unity Dash or Press
CTRL+ALT+T
- Run below command and wait for installation to finish.
- Save your work and logoff
- In the login screen click the small white Ubuntu logo (see below)
- Click the option – GNOME Flashback Metacity
- Give your password and login.
You will be in classic GNOME desktop.
Panel configurations
Once you are logged in to Classic GNOME, you may want to customize your panel e.g. add new items, move items, modifying panel size etc.
To modify classic GNOME panel, press
ALT+Right Click
.You can add, modify items on the panel. If you want to move items inside the panel, press
ALT+Right Click
on the panel item.![Ubuntu 18 wallpaper Ubuntu 18 wallpaper](/uploads/1/2/3/9/123914478/862601433.jpg)
Drop a comment if you are facing problem installing/using Classic GNOME in Ubuntu.
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