Xfce4

XFCE4 is a versatile and lightweight desktop environment that comes with a set of default configurations. In the dotfiles installation, XFCE4 configurations are located at ~/.config/xfce4. These configurations are backed by XFCE4 components, which means that any customization you apply to XFCE4 will be applied globally to all the installed dotfiles.

Remember to run chezmoi apply --source ~/.dotfiles after making any changes to the configuration files to ensure that the customizations are applied.

Global Configurations

The installed dotfiles are backed by some XFCE4 components, which means that any customization you apply to XFCE4 will be applied globally to all the installed dotfiles. This allows you to have consistent configurations across different window managers.

Using XFCE4 Settings Manager

To customize XFCE4 configurations, you can use the XFCE4 Settings Manager (xfce4-settings-manager). This utility provides a graphical interface for modifying various aspects of the XFCE4 desktop environment.

Here's how you can access the XFCE4 Settings Manager:

1. Open the application menu by clicking on the menu icon in the panel or by pressing the Super key.
2. Search for "Settings Manager" and click on it to open the manager.

The XFCE4 Settings Manager window will open, providing a range of options for customization.

In the XFCE4 Settings Manager, you can customize various settings, including:

• Keyboard shortcuts
• Mouse and touchpad settings
• Default applications, such as the browser, terminal emulator, and file manager
• Power manager settings
• Appearance settings, and more

By making changes in the XFCE4 Settings Manager, you can modify the common configuration for all the installed dotfiles, ensuring a consistent experience across different window managers.

Customization Freedom

Feel free to explore the XFCE4 Settings Manager and tweak the configurations to suit your preferences. You have the flexibility to customize XFCE4 and make it align with your workflow and visual style.

Remember, any changes you make in the XFCE4 Settings Manager will be applied globally to all the installed dotfiles, providing a unified experience across your window managers.

In case you want to customize anything related to XFCE4 or any other tool in general, the dotfiles installation provides the flexibility to modify the configurations according to your needs.

📝 Note: If you encounter any issues or need further assistance with XFCE4 customization, please refer to the dotfiles documentation or seek help from the dotfiles community.

Enjoy customizing XFCE4 and make it your own!