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However, I think there are a few things in elementary OS that could have been done differently. + +Here, I list some of the aspects that could use some improvements in elementary OS. + +_**Note that this is entirely my opinion, so take it with a pinch of salt.**_ + +### Things That Can Be Improved in elementary OS + +If you are curious, I plan to point out things I don’t like for other distributions as well (starting with this). + +It is usual to feature the good stuff but unless someone points out the potential nuances in a distro, you cannot really decide whether the distro is for you or not. + +#### 1\. No Built-in Debian Package Installer + +![][2] + +Considering it as an Ubuntu-based distribution, downloading a deb file to only find that you cannot install, makes you look for solutions. + +This makes sense because elementary OS switched to a Flatpak-only model with [elementary OS 6 release][3], even for the first-party applications. + +However, new users are likely to be unaware of solutions like “**Eddy**” which is a Debian package installer and available in the AppCenter. + +A notice/tip that points to you to the tool when you try installing a deb package should make it clear. Or, having Eddy pre-installed should make things convenient. + +#### 2\. Flathub Support out of the box + +![][4] + +The Flatpak-first approach makes things more secure and convenient. However, you cannot install Flatpak applications via Flathub unless you manually add the third-party Flatpak repo (using the terminal). + +Even though AppCenter features Flatpak applications, it may not be enough for all users. In contrast, Flathub offers a massive collection of Flatpaks. + +While it is good to offer a first-party experience and give the ability to the user to enable third-party (Flathub) if required, but can something be done to easily enable the Flathub support without heading to the terminal? (ignoring the flatpak ref files) + +![][5] + +Well, I think a quick toggle switch to enable/disable out-of-the-box support for Flathub could make things better. + +Or, mention the command along with the suggestion to enable Flathub as you noticed in the screenshots above. + +#### 3\. Minimize button + +![][6] + +Considering elementary OS does not feature any auto-tiling window feature like Pop!_OS, the lack of minimize button on many applications could prove to be annoying. + +Yes, you can utilize the keyboard shortcut **Super + H** to hide/minimize the window. However, for mouse-oriented users, it does not feel comfortable to not have a minimize button. + +#### 4\. No System Tray Support + +![][7] + +As per their design choices, the elementary OS team thinks that its best to not have system tray support (or so I read as per some Reddit posts). + +Unfortunately, the system tray icons are incredibly useful for quick access, and to keep an eye on the status of something. + +For instance, I can quickly access the Flameshot screenshot tool from the app indicator icon, check sync status when using a tool like Insync, and also get informed when there is a message for me in Slack. + +And, without the system tray icon integration support, I cannot do any of this, which is a deal-breaker. + +#### 5\. A Separate NVIDIA ISO + +![][8] + +A separate NVIDIA ISO (or Nvidia graphics installation mode) is much more convenient than installing a proprietary Nvidia driver through the software center. + +Sure, I did not have any issues installing Nvidia drivers using the AppCenter. But, with a separate ISO, you eliminate the additional step after installation. + +### Wrapping Up + +There are flaws in every operating system, a Linux distribution is not an exception. + +Sometimes these nuances are there by design, as per their targeted users. You may or may not like everything that a distro does, which is why it is important to know what can they do better (or if it is suitable for you). + +elementary OS is undoubtedly [one of the most beautiful Linux distributions][9] out there. But, is it the one for you? + +Well, if some of the points that I mention do not bother you, it should be a great experience for you. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: https://news.itsfoss.com/elementary-os-6-things-to-improve/ + +作者:[Ankush Das][a] +选题:[lujun9972][b] +译者:[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对:[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译,[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]: https://news.itsfoss.com/author/ankush/ +[b]: https://github.com/lujun9972 +[1]: https://news.itsfoss.com/elementary-os-6-1-release/ +[2]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjU0NyIgd2lkdGg9Ijc4MCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[3]: https://news.itsfoss.com/elementary-os-6-release/ +[4]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjU1MSIgd2lkdGg9Ijc4MCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[5]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjE5MCIgd2lkdGg9Ijc4MCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[6]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjUzMiIgd2lkdGg9Ijc4MCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[7]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjI0NiIgd2lkdGg9IjM5MiIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[8]: data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjM3OSIgd2lkdGg9Ijc4MCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB2ZXJzaW9uPSIxLjEiLz4= +[9]: https://itsfoss.com/beautiful-linux-distributions/