Removing Shadow Around Windows in GNOME
In this article, we will discuss how to remove the shadow around windows in GNOME, a popular desktop environment for Linux distributions. We will cover the necessary steps and key concepts to help you achieve this customization.
Understanding GNOME and its Shadow Effect
GNOME is an open-source desktop environment that is widely used in Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Fedora, and Debian. It provides a user-friendly interface with various customization options. One such customization is removing the shadow effect around windows.
The shadow effect in GNOME is a visual enhancement that creates a sense of depth and separation between windows and the desktop. However, some users might find it distracting or prefer a cleaner look without the shadow.
Removing the Shadow Effect
To remove the shadow effect around windows in GNOME, you need to modify the GTK (GIMP Toolkit) settings. GTK is a free and open-source widget toolkit for creating graphical user interfaces.
Using GSettings
GSettings is a settings management library for applications that use GTK. You can use it to modify various settings, including the shadow effect around windows.
gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.wm.preferences has-shadow false
The above command will remove the shadow effect around windows in GNOME. To check the current setting, you can use the following command:
gsettings get org.gnome.desktop.wm.preferences has-shadow
Using dconf Editor
dconf Editor is a graphical interface for managing settings in GNOME. You can use it as an alternative to GSettings.
- Install dconf Editor using your distribution's package manager.
- Launch dconf Editor.
- Navigate to
org > gnome > desktop > wm > preferences. - Uncheck the
has-shadowcheckbox to remove the shadow effect around windows.
Removing the shadow effect around windows in GNOME can be achieved using GSettings or dconf Editor. By modifying the GTK settings, you can customize the appearance of your desktop environment to suit your preferences.