Unity for Ubuntu 20.04 - Shell/Bash

Unity is a user interface for Ubuntu, initially developed for the Ubuntu operating system. It provides a user-friendly and easy-to-use desktop environment for Linux users. With the release of Ubuntu 17.10, Unity was replaced with GNOME as the default desktop environment. However, Unity is still available and can be installed on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS.

Installation

To install Unity on Ubuntu 20.04, open the Terminal and type the following commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install unity-session

After installation, log out of your current session and change the desktop environment to Unity from the login screen.

Features

Unity provides a number of features for users including:

• A launcher on the left side of the screen for quick access to applications and files.
• A dash for searching and launching applications, files and folders.
• A panel at the top of the screen for displaying system information, indicators and application menus.
• Workspaces for organizing windows and applications.

Unity also supports keyboard shortcuts for many of its features which can be customized by the user.

Customization

Unity can be customized in various ways such as changing the launcher icons, adjusting transparency and changing the wallpaper. Unity Tweak Tool, available in the Ubuntu Software Center, provides a graphical interface for tweaking various settings in Unity.

sudo apt install unity-tweak-tool

Once installed, open Unity Tweak Tool from the Activities overview and start customizing your Unity desktop environment.

Conclusion

Unity is a powerful and intuitive desktop environment for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS. It provides a user-friendly interface with various features and customization options. By following the installation and customization steps outlined in this guide, you can leverage the full potential of Unity and enhance your Ubuntu experience.