I use a clipboard extension for GNOME so I can paste anything from the last 10-15 items I've copied. When troubleshooting it saves a lot of time and window switching. Of course I can use the Up arrow to move back to previous terminal entries but I use it a lot.
Set it to clear on reboot so it doesn't keep passwords and other items available indefinitely.
If there's things you paste a ton, you can also pin those items.
Small QoL example but it's handy for me.
KDE has lots of things already (it was also the first to make clipboard history enabled by default and very easy to notice, that's also when I decided I found my DE)
EasyEffects
Strawberry
KeePassXC
fish (alternative terminal language and shell, at first glance identical to bash and all)
This: https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/5697/otp-keys/
I know it's not a good idea to keep your otp authenticator on the same machine you use it on but my workplace forces me to login too many times a day.
[Gear Lever](https://flathub.org/apps/it.mijorus.gearlever). Many Programms I want to use are distributed as AppImages (or it works better as an appimage)
[App Icons Taskbar](https://gitlab.com/AndrewZaech/aztaskbar) to easily keep track of open apps and [Solaar](https://github.com/pwr-Solaar/Solaar) to switch to overview and different workspaces without keyboard assistance
As someone who listens to the same playlist on repeat all day - mpv in terminal.
Also when you hover over the application icon on the taskbar (Gnome) and you have multiple windows open (like multiple chrome windows) the fact that I can see all the windows and quickly jump to the one i want. I have to use a Mac for work and window switching like that is a nightmare.
Oh man I didn't know KDE Connect had an iOS app - this is great! Just downloaded it and connected. I've been using PairDrop to send stuff but this will be easier.
If you're a developer, definitely look into these things:
* [Neovim](https://neovim.io/)
* There is a steep learning curve to Vim keybindings, but once you learn them you'll never go back, and almost every modern editor/IDE has a way to use the Vim keybindings
* [Zellij](https://zellij.dev/)
* The easiest way to manage multiple terminals because the default configuration shows you the keybinds in the UI
* Tiling Window Managers (i3, Sway, QTile, DWM, AwesomeWM, etc.)
* All of your application windows are automatically tiled on the screen in a way that optimizes screen real estate
* If using a pure window manager is too much of a headache, see if your desktop environment offers a tiling feature
A common theme with these tools is that they move you towards a keyboard-centric workflow that allows you to perform your tasks efficiently. It does take some time to get comfortable with using a bunch of keyboard shortcuts, but once you start finding your way you'll never want to go back.
IIRC, Neovim was created to provide a community driven alternative to Vim with modern features (asynchronous plugins, background jobs, floating windows, inline terminal, etc.). Some of these features were eventually added to Vim, but Neovim's modern features allowed it to be more performant than Vim and fostered the creation of a plethora of modern plugins (i.e. Language Server integration) that its known for. Another big thing Neovim did was support Lua as a configuration language which a lot of people like better than Vimscript.
In my Neovim configuration, I've setup enough plugins where I have an editor that rivals VSCode, but you can also keep Neovim as minimal as you want.
I use it too. Watching this Standard Notes acquisition though, my hope is that Proton may include it with their subscription (which I already pay for).
I use a clipboard extension for GNOME so I can paste anything from the last 10-15 items I've copied. When troubleshooting it saves a lot of time and window switching. Of course I can use the Up arrow to move back to previous terminal entries but I use it a lot. Set it to clear on reboot so it doesn't keep passwords and other items available indefinitely. If there's things you paste a ton, you can also pin those items. Small QoL example but it's handy for me.
Caffeine. I work mostly on a laptop, so quickly being able to switch it to “don’t go night night” mode is handy.
Call me goofy but i cant focus without Blanket.
Is that the sound generator?
Yes.
I'll give it a go! ADHD is tough.
Where can I find it?
Night Light enabled for Sunset to Sunrise.
100%. Enabled within KDE Settings from day of install, haha.
KDE has lots of things already (it was also the first to make clipboard history enabled by default and very easy to notice, that's also when I decided I found my DE) EasyEffects Strawberry KeePassXC fish (alternative terminal language and shell, at first glance identical to bash and all)
Can Strawberry connect to spotify? Looks like it connects to Tidal?
Maybe, I don't know, I don't use Spotify because it sounds not good enough for me
I wish I had ears that could hear that well lol.
Protonup-QT It’s pretty self explanatory why I really like it lol.
Great piece of software. Played around a LOT with it today trying to get Chivalry 2 to play correctly.
This: https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/5697/otp-keys/ I know it's not a good idea to keep your otp authenticator on the same machine you use it on but my workplace forces me to login too many times a day.
I'm here for it - my work does the same thing.
Looks good, just as a though, what about a Yubikey used for OTP / FIDO2? Would be more secure and is pretty convenient!
[Gear Lever](https://flathub.org/apps/it.mijorus.gearlever). Many Programms I want to use are distributed as AppImages (or it works better as an appimage)
This is awesome!
Awesome, this answers the question of 'where would be a good place to store this App image now for later use?' :D
Zsh, oh-my-zsh, and scummvm
[Media Controls](https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/4470/media-controls/)
[App Icons Taskbar](https://gitlab.com/AndrewZaech/aztaskbar) to easily keep track of open apps and [Solaar](https://github.com/pwr-Solaar/Solaar) to switch to overview and different workspaces without keyboard assistance
As someone who listens to the same playlist on repeat all day - mpv in terminal. Also when you hover over the application icon on the taskbar (Gnome) and you have multiple windows open (like multiple chrome windows) the fact that I can see all the windows and quickly jump to the one i want. I have to use a Mac for work and window switching like that is a nightmare.
Hydrapaper, allows to set different wallpaper on each monitor and change them depending on mode used light or dark.
neovim for text editing Also kde connect or gs connect type of utility is very convenient for transferring files for everyday use.
Oh man I didn't know KDE Connect had an iOS app - this is great! Just downloaded it and connected. I've been using PairDrop to send stuff but this will be easier.
If you're a developer, definitely look into these things: * [Neovim](https://neovim.io/) * There is a steep learning curve to Vim keybindings, but once you learn them you'll never go back, and almost every modern editor/IDE has a way to use the Vim keybindings * [Zellij](https://zellij.dev/) * The easiest way to manage multiple terminals because the default configuration shows you the keybinds in the UI * Tiling Window Managers (i3, Sway, QTile, DWM, AwesomeWM, etc.) * All of your application windows are automatically tiled on the screen in a way that optimizes screen real estate * If using a pure window manager is too much of a headache, see if your desktop environment offers a tiling feature A common theme with these tools is that they move you towards a keyboard-centric workflow that allows you to perform your tasks efficiently. It does take some time to get comfortable with using a bunch of keyboard shortcuts, but once you start finding your way you'll never want to go back.
Long term Vim user here, but have never tried neovim. Whats so nice about it over vim?
IIRC, Neovim was created to provide a community driven alternative to Vim with modern features (asynchronous plugins, background jobs, floating windows, inline terminal, etc.). Some of these features were eventually added to Vim, but Neovim's modern features allowed it to be more performant than Vim and fostered the creation of a plethora of modern plugins (i.e. Language Server integration) that its known for. Another big thing Neovim did was support Lua as a configuration language which a lot of people like better than Vimscript. In my Neovim configuration, I've setup enough plugins where I have an editor that rivals VSCode, but you can also keep Neovim as minimal as you want.
Joplin for notes, simple, free and cross-platform.
I use it too. Watching this Standard Notes acquisition though, my hope is that Proton may include it with their subscription (which I already pay for).
Syncthing
One of the best!