More posts about “Utilities”

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Rename Audio Devices on Ubuntu with this ‘Simple’ App

How to easily rename audio devices on Ubuntu with the Simple Wireplumber GUI app. Replace technical audio device names with descriptive labels.

29 June 2025

UxPlay Control GNOME Extensions Makes AirPlay Mirroring Easier to Use

This GNOME Shell extension makes it easy to control the UxPlay AirPlay server on Ubuntu. Start and stop mirroring your iPhone or iPad screen with a click.

18 June 2025

Find ASCII Emoji Easily with this GNOME Shell Applet

A simple GNOME Shell extension that lets you search and copy ASCII emoji from your panel without needing to open a browser and hit up a website.

15 June 2025

Resources is a New, Modern System Monitor for Linux

The System Monitor app Ubuntu comes with with does an okay job of letting you monitor system resources and oversee running processes — but it does look dated. Now, dated isn’t always a negative – […]

13 October 2023

Cameractrls is a Neat Webcam Settings App for Linux

Cameractrls is an advanced webcam settings app for Linux desktops that gives you control over your webcam brightness, contrast, resolution, and frame rate.

1 December 2022

FSearch: ‘Everything Search Engine’ Alternative for Ubuntu

FSearch is a super fast file search tool for Linux desktops inspired by the 'Everything Search Engine' for Windows. Features and install info in this post.

17 November 2021
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How to Install Pantheon Tweaks on elementary OS 6

Planning on taking elementary OS 6 for a spin this weekend? If so, there’s a handy third-party tool I want you to keep in mind. See, some Linux distros try to be all things to […]

12 August 2021
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Flash ISOs to Multiple USB Sticks on Linux with Popsicle

If you’re looking for an easy way to flash install images to multiple USB sticks in parallel check out Popsicle. This handy tool, which is written in Rust, lets you write an .iso (or other […]

5 August 2020

Stress Testing Your Linux Setup Just Got Easier

Want to stress text your Linux system? Then check out GTKStressTest, a new open-source app designed specifically for the task. The goal of GTKStressTesting (GST) is to put everything you need to know about your […]

27 January 2020

Peek, the GIF Screen Recorder for Linux, Has Been Updated

Peek is one of my favourite bits of software. I don't use it often but when I do use it, I always appreciate how perfectly formed it is.

24 September 2019
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Spring Clean with Stacer, a System Optimizer tool for Linux

Stacer is a system optimizer and cleaner tool for Linux desktops like Ubuntu. Learn more about its features and how to install Stacer on Ubuntu.

15 May 2019
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This GNOME Extension Lets You Draw on Your Screen

Doodle and draw on your Ubuntu desktop with the well named 'Draw on Your Screen' extension. Write text, add arrows and highlight information.

22 March 2019