To Turn Off the Desktop

The file manager contains a preference that enables users to use Nautilus to manage the desktop. Users can disable the desktop to improve performance. However, if users disable the desktop, users cannot do the following:

• Use the Desktop menu.

• Use the file manager to change the pattern or color of the desktop background.

• Use the Home object and the Trash object. The Home object and the Trash object are not displayed on the desktop.

To disable the desktop, run the following command:

# gconftool-2 --type bool --set /apps/nautilus/preferences/show_desktop false

Alternatively, users can choose Edit -> Preferences from a file manager window. Users can then choose Desktop & Trash, and then deselect the Use Nautilus to draw the desktop option.