Gnome Classic: Can't edit desktop or menus. Persists on MATE

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Gnome Classic: Can't edit desktop or menus. Persists on MATE

Post by DarthVuvuzealous »

I just installed debian mint, and switched to gnome classic. However, when access the menu editing interface (aka: system tools -> preferences -> Main Menu), I can see what's already there, but can't add new items to it. I am unable to add links or folders to the desktop, as well. Does anyone know what's going on and how I should fix it? Thanks in advance.
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Re: Gnome Classic: Can't edit desktop or menus

Post by tdockery97 »

I'm pretty sure LMDE doesn't have a gnome classic login, unless you installed or updated to Gnome 3. Please open a terminal and type

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inxi -S
and see what it tells you.
Mint Cinnamon 20.1
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Re: Gnome Classic: Can't edit desktop or menus

Post by DarthVuvuzealous »

inxi -S
System: Host overcomp Kernel 3.1.0-1-686-pae i686 (32 bit) Distro Linux Mint Debian Edition
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Re: Gnome Classic: Can't edit desktop or menus

Post by DarthVuvuzealous »

Update: I installed MATE, and the problem persists, though at least I now have a garbage bin and other quick access icons in my desktop.
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