Introduction
Ubuntu is a popular operating system that is widely used by millions of people around the world, but did you know that there are hidden powers to this operating system that can be unlocked? One of the most powerful tools in Ubuntu is the Deepin Terminal, which is not installed by default. In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing the Deepin Terminal on Ubuntu and show you how to unlock its full potential.
Step 1: Update Your System
Before we begin the installation of the Deepin Terminal, it is important to first update your system. This ensures that your system has all the latest security updates and patches. To update your system, open the terminal and type the following command:
sudo apt update && sudo apt dist-upgrade
This command will update your system and install any available security updates.
Step 2: Install the Deepin Terminal
Once your system is updated, you can now proceed with the installation of the Deepin Terminal. To install the Deepin Terminal, open the terminal and type the following command:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:leaeasy/dde
sudo apt update
sudo apt install deepin-terminal
This command will add the Deepin Terminal repository to your system, update your package list, and install the Deepin Terminal.
Step 3: Configure the Deepin Terminal
After the installation is complete, you can now configure the Deepin Terminal to suit your preferences. To access the configuration options, right-click on the terminal and select “Preferences”. From here, you can change the font, text color, background color, and other settings.
Step 4: Unlock the Hidden Powers
Now that you have installed and configured the Deepin Terminal, you can start using its hidden powers. One of the most powerful features of the Deepin Terminal is its ability to split the terminal window into multiple panes. To do this, simply hit the “Ctrl” + “Shift” + “D” keys.
Another hidden power is the ability to use the Deepin Terminal as a file manager. To do this, simply type “dde-file-manager” into the terminal and hit enter. This will open the Deepin File Manager in a new window.
Conclusion
The Deepin Terminal is a powerful tool that can unlock the hidden powers of your Ubuntu system. By following the installation guide outlined above, you can install and configure the Deepin Terminal in just a few simple steps. Once installed, you can start using the Deepin Terminal’s hidden powers to increase your productivity and take your Ubuntu system to the next level.
Deepin terminal is a python-based terminal emulator, specifically developed for the Chinese Linux distribution called “Deepin.” It has many useful features, some of which, like “quake mode” would usually require a separate application to be installed.
Installing Deepin terminal in Ubuntu
Deepin terminal has many Deepin OS-specific dependencies, so installation is not necessarily straightforward on all systems. Fortunately NoobsLab has created a PPA for easy installation of most Deepin specific software. As of the time of writing, NoobsLab’s ppa would work in Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic/14.04 Trusty/12.04 Precise/Linux Mint 17.1 and other Ubuntu derivatives, based on the above versions.
To add the PPA and install the software, copy and paste the following lines into your terminal:
It will install many dependencies,
but the new terminal emulator should work flawlessly afterwards. You can start it with the command deepin-terminal or from your usual app-launcher menu.
Features
Deepin terminal appears to be a simple terminal emulator, not very different from any other at first glance. While not an exceptionally powerful emulator, it comes with some rather useful features nevertheless.
Keyboard shortcuts
Deepin terminal has an extensive list of configurable shortkeys. The defaults are listed below:
Workspaces
Deepin terminal now supports multiple workspaces or tabs. To open a new one, press Ctrl + / or right click anywhere in the window and select “New workspace.” You can navigate workspaces with the mouse or with keyboard shortcust (see above).
Split windows
Each workspace can be split into multiple tiled subwindows, making multitasking much more effective. There is no theoretical limit as to how many times you can split the window, although obvious usability limitations will apply.
Add SSH servers
Deepin terminal makes it easy to add and save SSH servers for later use. This can be quite useful for server administrators using SSH extensively over multiple servers and/or networks.
Quake mode
Deepin terminal can be started in “quake mode” which will launch it in a HUD fashion, overlaying your usual desktop. Access quake mode by right-clicking the terminal and selecting “Full screen” or starting it with the “–quake-mode” command line parameter, like this:
… and more
Deepin terminal also offers an extensive context-menu
and some basic setup options.
Conclusion
Deepin terminal is a custom-built terminal emulator for Linux Deepin, which comes with many useful and advanced features. Although it requires Deepin-specific dependencies to be installed, thanks to an existing PPA, it is easy to install and use in Ubuntu or derivative systems.
Attila is a writer, blogger and author with a background in IT management. Using GNU/Linux systems both personally and professionally, his advice stems from 10+ years of hands on experience. In his free time he also runs the popular Meditation for Beginners blog.
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