Feedback on KDE Plasma 6 Default Settings: A Call for Reflection

[Lucy]

Dear KDE Team,

As a long-time user and supporter of KDE, I am writing to express my 
concern regarding the recent decision to set double-click as the default 
interaction for opening files and folders in KDE Plasma 6. While I 
understand the intention of aligning KDE with what may be perceived as 
mainstream user expectations, this decision seems at odds with the core 
principles that have always defined KDE: freedom, configurability, and 
serving the unique needs of its loyal community.

Linux users have chosen this platform not because it mimics other 
operating systems, but precisely because it offers an environment that 
prioritizes user choice and individuality. Setting double-click as the 
default behavior may cater to users transitioning from Windows or macOS, 
but it disregards the preferences of KDE’s long-established user base, 
many of whom have embraced single-click as a hallmark of KDE’s 
innovative user experience.

This change, though seemingly minor, sends an unfortunate message: that 
KDE may be prioritizing conformity over its long-standing tradition of 
empowering users to shape their environment as they see fit. Instead of 
adopting defaults that resemble other platforms, KDE should continue to 
showcase its unique strengths—flexibility, customization, and a 
commitment to open innovation.

I urge the KDE team to reconsider this default setting and engage with 
the community on how such changes impact the user experience. By 
preserving the spirit of user-centric design, KDE will not only retain 
its dedicated supporters but also stand as a beacon of choice in the 
increasingly homogenized world of technology.

Thank you for your attention, and I hope this feedback helps guide 
future decisions.

Sincerely,

Lucy. S & Linux Community

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