Introduction#
Customizing your GNOME desktop environment on Linux can lead to various tweaks and adjustments. However, there may come a time when you want to revert all your GNOME settings to their default configurations. In such cases, the dconf reset command is your go-to solution. This quick guide will walk you through the simple steps to reset all your GNOME settings effortlessly.
Why?#
I have previously used Gnome for a long time, but I wanted to explore KDE and use multiple desktop environments with it. However, after installing KDE, I encountered issues with broken fonts which affected the display. I attempted to reset the fonts, but it was unsuccessful. I tried resetting my fonts, but it didn’t work. In the end, resetting all the settings on Gnome fixed the issues. Follow these steps to reset the settings.
Step 1: Open the Terminal#
Begin by opening your terminal. You can do this by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T or using the application launcher.
Step 2: Run the Reset Command#
Enter the following command in the terminal:
dconf reset -f /org/gnome/
This command will reset all settings under the /org/gnome/ path.
Step 3: Confirm the Reset#
After executing the command, there won’t be any confirmation message. The reset happens instantly. You can now close the terminal.
Conclusion#
Whether you want a fresh start or need to troubleshoot issues related to your GNOME settings, the dconf reset command simplifies the process.