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Getting Started with Pop!_OS
- AccessibilityAccessibility options for Pop!_OS
- Change Desktop Environment (Pop!_OS 22.04)Pop!_OS 22.04 Comes with GNOME by default. Follow these instructions to install additional desktop environments.
- Default Apps in Pop!_OSApplications included in Pop!_OS 24.04
- Development ApproachLearn about the Pop!_OS development methodology.
- Dock (Move or Customize)Move the Dock to different areas of the screen and customize.
- Installing Pop!_OSFull instructions on installing Pop!_OS your computer.
- Manage Repositories (Pop!_OS)Add, remove and edit repositories and sources in Pop!_OS
- Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS Keyboard ShortcutsLearn how master using Pop!_OS with your keyboard.
- Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS COSMIC Keyboard ShortcutsLearn how master using COSMIC with your keyboard.
- Pop!_OS BasicsLearn how to navigate your new Pop!_OS desktop environment.
- Printer Setup (Pop!_OS)Here is how to add a printer in Pop!_OS.
- Recovery PartitionHere is how to use the recovery partition to repair, refresh or reinstall your operating system.
- Upgrade Pop!_OSUpgrade to the newest version of Pop!_OS on your computer!
- Users (Manage User Accounts)How to add other users to your installation
- Using Flatpak from the Command Line (Pop!_OS)Using Flatpak from the Command Line
- Zoom-in or Enlarge DesktopZoom in or enlarge your desktop interface.
System76 Hardware
- Access BIOS/UEFI or Boot MenuHow to access BIOS/UEFI settings or boot from other media.
- Auto-Mount Second Hard Drive(s)Automatically mount additional hard drives.
- Battery ThresholdsSet battery charging thresholds on your System76 laptop.
- Configuring Your New Launch KeyboardView, add, or modify keys in your OS.
- Creating Log FilesLearn how to create log files for sending to System76 support
- Desktop QuickstartGetting started on your new System76 Desktop.
- Find Documentation For Your ModelDiagrams and component guides for your System76 hardware.
- Firmware Flash to Clear the SMMSTORE ROM (Error code 5)How to fix the failed with exit status: exit code: 5 message
- Firmware Switching (Proprietary Firmware or System76 Open Firmware)How to transition from proprietary firmware to System76 Open Firmware on supported models.
- Flashing Firmware from a USB Flash DriveFlash firmware from a USB using a zip file provided by System76
- Graphics Switching (Pop!_OS)How to use systems with switchable graphics
- Laptop Repackaging InstructionsStep by step instructions for repackaging your laptop for repair or return
- Manual steps to update firmware on Launch and Launch Heavy keyboardsLaunch firmware before version 0.12.20 requires these steps to upgrade firmware with `fwupd`
- New Website InfrastructureA troubleshooting triage to help you self-diagnose a variety of issues.
- Replace the Thelio Power ButtonHere are a few easy steps to replace the power button in your Thelio.
- Serval DAC ClickingCertain models of the Serval WS will "click" when the DAC turns on and off, but the frequency can be decreased.
- Shipping Your ComputerInstructions for preparing your computer for shipping to System76.
- System Fan Noise and ExpectactionsWays to manage fan noise and design constraints.
- System76 Driver (Install)Learn how to add the System76 Driver to your System76 computer after reinstalling Ubuntu
- System76 Open Firmware ModelsA list of systems that run our Open Firmware and Open EC.
- System76 Server SetupInstructions on setting up a System76 server, including initial login credentials.
- Update System FirmwareHow to update System76 firmware.
- What is the Intel Management Engine?How to manually disable on systems running coreboot.
Media
- Gaming on Pop!_OSSet your system up for gaming!
- HDMI Audio ConfigurationPlay audio over an HDMI or DisplayPort connection.
- HiDPI Multi-Monitor SupportMixing HiDPI and LoDpi displays on multiple monitors.
- Media Production (Pop!_OS)Learn about media production tools on Pop!_OS
- Raw Image PreviewsAdd a custom thumbnail generator to display thumbnails for raw image in Files.
- Use AMD FidelityFX SuperResolution (FSR) on Pop!_OSUse AMD's FidelityFX SuperResolution to increase gaming performance.
- Watch Protected Content on Streaming ServicesHow to view DRM-protected video content from online streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime
- Watch Videos and Play Music (MP3, DVD, etc.)Enable playback of proprietary multimedia formats, such as MP3 files.
Software Troubleshooting
- Audio Troubleshooting GuideHere is how to fix several common audio issues with your computer.
- Bitesize BugsGet started contributing quickly with bitesize bugs!
- Black Screen Or Login Issues (Ubuntu 22.04)Are you getting stuck in a login loop, even though your password is correct? Do you see a black screen after you log in?
- Black Screen or Login Issues (Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS)Are you getting stuck in a login loop, even though your password is correct? Do you see a black screen after you log in?
- Clear Cache and Cookies in Firefox and ChromeHow to navigate to settings and delete browsing data in Firefox and Chrome.
- Closing Frozen Applications and DesktopsLinux provides several methods to kill frozen or hung up processes and applications using GUI applications or terminal commands.
- Data RecoveryHow to back up your files if your operating system doesn't boot
- File Systems (Mount and Repair)How to mount and repair common file system issues.
- Guest User Only (After Initial Setup - Ubuntu)Sometimes, the first boot user creation fails and leaves only a Guest session. You can fix this by following the steps here.
- Log in from Live Disk (Chroot)Access an installed OS from a Live Disk/Recovery.
- Package Manager Issues (Pop!_OS)Here are ways to fix update, upgrade, and other package manager issues.
- Package Manager Issues (Ubuntu)Here are ways to fix update, upgrade, and other package manager issues.
- Pop!_OS Incomplete UpgradeWhat to do if your upgrade is incomplete or not working correctly
- Repair the BootloaderHow to repair and reinstall the bootloader.
- Software Troubleshooting TriageA troubleshooting triage to help you self-diagnose software issues.
- VirtualBox Black Screen on Threadripper Platforms (Solution)How to enable video output in VirtualBox guests on hosts using Threadripper or Threadripper Pro CPUs.
Network Troubleshooting
- Bluetooth TroubleshootingHere is how to fix several common Bluetooth issues with your computer.
- Networking Diagnosis (TCP/IP Stack)Instructions on how to help diagnose networking issues.
- Wireless TroubleshootingIf you’re having problems with your wireless Internet connection, take a look at the suggestions in this article.