Mark the following for installation: compiz, compiz-plugins, compiz-fusion-plugins-extra, compizconfig-settings-manager (these should also pick up all the dependencies). Today, the installation is as simple as using your Add/Remove Software tool - if it’s not already installed by default. When I first started using Compiz, the installation was a challenge that would keep me up late at night. Installing Compiz isn’t what it used to be. If all of a sudden your desktop seems to have a few extra effects (like Wobbly Windows) you’re good to go. In this new window click on the Visual Effects tab and select either Normal or Extra. If you already have Linux installed, and you’re using the GNOME desktop, a good way to check is to click System > Preferences > Appearance. But I will say that most modern desktop machines should be powerful enough to use Compiz. Finding an “official minimum requirements” list is a bit of a challenge. And that is what this tutorial is all about - installing Compiz.īefore you can install Compiz, you have to make sure you have the hardware that will power compositing. Of course before we can get to those super cool effects, we have to get Compiz installed on your desktop.

Want to spruce up your machine with 3D eye candy? Read on to enable Compiz, manage your workspaces with a 3D cube, and help yourself to the Emerald collection of Compiz themes. Using Compiz you can enable all sorts of fantastic desktop effects and attractive themes.

Tired of a looking at a flat, bland desktop? It’s time for some eye candy, Compiz-style.

1994 eye candy plugin version