[kde-linux] 8.10 kubuntu beginner - desktop?

[alan c]

Anne Wilson wrote:
> On Monday 10 November 2008 20:13:50 alan c wrote:
>> I have just installed kubuntu 8.10 for the first time and am trying to
>> find my way around. I have changed the desktop wallpaper picture ok,
>> and now I have deleted the large transparent window which contained a
>> folder -  I think it was itself called desktop(??).
>>
>> Can anyone tell me how to re-instate this  transparent window which
>> contained a folder please?
> 
> Hi, Alan.  Yes, it was a folderview, I would guess.  Right-click on the 
> desktop and Add a Widget - select Folderview.  I'm not sure how *buntu sets it 
> up, but most distros seem to default to pointing it to /home.  You can click 
> on the spanner that appears on the handle, and change the location if you 
> want, for instance to point it at your pictures or music.  I have two on my 
> desktop pointing to remote directories.
> 
> With a little experimentation you'll find you can make it a much more 
> convenient size.  I prefer mine small, but you could even set it to the whole 
> desktop size if that's what you like.
> 
> You might like to visit http://userbase.kde.org, where you'll find a Glossary 
> explaining the new terms, and links to many articles and videos demonstrating 
> the use of the new features.
> 
> If there's anything specific you need help with, just ask :-)

Thanks Anne! It is quite brilliant but totally confusing to begin 
with, and when taken unawares!
-- 
alan cocks
Ubuntu user
Linux user #360648