Written by ParmuzinAlexandr the 2 Feb 11 at 20:27.

Example:

Example: <a target="_blank"; href="http://itmages.com/image/view/116288/1d02c654"><img src="http://storage7.static.itmages.com/i/11/0202/h_1296678251_1d02c654c1.png" /></a>

Written by ParmuzinAlexandr the 2 Feb 11 at 20:41.

Just text as in 10.04.

Just text as in 10.04. <a target="_blank"; href="http://itmages.com/image/view/117186/3e9f0a65"><img src="http://storage7.static.itmages.com/i/11/0204/h_1296824764_3e9f0a6522.png" /></a>

Written by Akerbos the 3 Feb 11 at 21:39.

Bring back the possibility to have country flags as icon.

Bring back the possibility to have country flags as icon. <a target="_blank"; href="http://itmages.com/image/view/117185/7a3becb4"><img src="http://storage6.static.itmages.com/i/11/0204/h_1296824654_7a3becb4c3.png" /></a>

Written by MIH1406 the 13 Feb 11 at 20:15.

Same as in solution #1 plus that I suggest that all languages have fixed width and, of course, height.

Same as in solution #1 plus that I suggest that all languages have fixed width and, of course, height.

Written by philip the 15 Feb 11 at 21:16.

Add a small colored flag next to the text cursor anywhere where text can be entered, or color the cursor itself. This would make it much easier for the user to know what keyboard mode they are in, without having to take away their focus from their work. Essentially it would remove the keyboard language mode because it would be obvious what state the keyboard is in at any time. (I don't know how technically feasible it is.)

Add a small colored flag next to the text cursor anywhere where text can be entered, or color the cursor itself. This would make it much easier for the user to know what keyboard mode they are in, without having to take away their focus from their work. Essentially it would remove the keyboard language mode because it would be obvious what state the keyboard is in at any time. (I don't know how technically feasible it is.)

Written by david4dev the 1 May 11 at 19:53.

The configuration programs should no longer be displayed in the applications lens but they should be shown in a settings lens. This should behave like the applications lens but for settings programs. It should use categorical filters like is available for the applications and files lenses - these should be the same categories as are available in the 'System Settings' program.

The configuration programs should no longer be displayed in the applications lens but they should be shown in a settings lens. This should behave like the applications lens but for settings programs. It should use categorical filters like is available for the applications and files lenses - these should be the same categories as are available in the 'System Settings' program.

Written by pritambaral the 10 May 11 at 15:19.

I think this mockup details this very efficiently:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JSR8IC77Ub4/TTRtC4WihFI/AAAAAAAABn4/ntrB_591Kkk/s640/ 83a257e838d48423d00f5e5fa11e5bc6-d36ysvh+%25281%2529.png

I think this mockup details this very efficiently: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JSR8IC77Ub4/TTRtC4WihFI/AAAAAAAABn4/ntrB_591Kkk/s640/83a257e838d48423d00f5e5fa11e5bc6-d36ysvh+%25281%2529.png

Written by Jebeld17 the 3 Nov 11 at 21:55.

Create a Force Quit app similar to the one you will find on Mac OS X. Apple is well known for easy product usability, and the Force Quit app on Mac OS X is simple, easy to use, and doesn't take time to learn, unlike Ubuntu's System Monitor app. Implement all the features Apple has in their Force Quit app including the Command+Option+Esc shortcut, and do not forget the ever-so-popular Ctrl+Alt+Del keyboard shortcut for every other keyboard on the planet! Limit the applications list in the new Force Quit app to only noticeable programs, and NOT programs running in the background, like Gnome-shell, etc.. Please add a checkbox at the bottom of the window for more tech-savvy users to view applications running in the background, and options to force quit them, too.
And I do say that the automated detection service works very well, but sometimes it doesn't. We need a simple tool to do the job manually, just in case. Windows has similar automated detecting, but they have the Ctrl+Alt+Del tool for just in case.

This will make the transition to Ubuntu from Mac OS X or Windows easier, less time consuming, and less frustrating for Ubuntu's target audience.

Also, I am suggesting to be put on top of this is a fast, easy-to-use, simple bug-reporting system similar to the one in Windows XP used after forcing an application to close AND having a Force Quit shortcut in the Power/Settings menu on the top right-hand corner of the screen.

Create a Force Quit app similar to the one you will find on Mac OS X. Apple is well known for easy product usability, and the Force Quit app on Mac OS X is simple, easy to use, and doesn't take time to learn, unlike Ubuntu's System Monitor app. Implement all the features Apple has in their Force Quit app including the Command+Option+Esc shortcut, and do not forget the ever-so-popular Ctrl+Alt+Del keyboard shortcut for every other keyboard on the planet! Limit the applications list in the new Force Quit app to only noticeable programs, and NOT programs running in the background, like Gnome-shell, etc.. Please add a checkbox at the bottom of the window for more tech-savvy users to view applications running in the background, and options to force quit them, too. And I do say that the automated detection service works very well, but sometimes it doesn't. We need a simple tool to do the job manually, just in case. Windows has similar automated detecting, but they have the Ctrl+Alt+Del tool for just in case. This will make the transition to Ubuntu from Mac OS X or Windows easier, less time consuming, and less frustrating for Ubuntu's target audience. Also, I am suggesting to be put on top of this is a fast, easy-to-use, simple bug-reporting system similar to the one in Windows XP used after forcing an application to close AND having a Force Quit shortcut in the Power/Settings menu on the top right-hand corner of the screen.

Written by Jebeld17 the 5 Nov 11 at 12:23.

As people have said in comments, there is a tool a little like what I wanted in the Solution #1, called "xkill" and I have decided to try to "meet in the middle."

I am proposing that the popular Ctrl+Alt+Del and Command+Opt+Esc keybindings be tied to the xkill tool BY DEFAULT, and (if possible) have a small window pop up the first time using it to explain to newbies how to properly use xkill.

This plan is simple, effective, and already works. All I want is to have the popular keybindings attached to xkill BY DEFAULT, like said. This will make transitioning to Ubuntu from other operating systems simpler and easier for Ubuntu's target audience.

As people have said in comments, there is a tool a little like what I wanted in the Solution #1, called "xkill" and I have decided to try to "meet in the middle." I am proposing that the popular Ctrl+Alt+Del and Command+Opt+Esc keybindings be tied to the xkill tool BY DEFAULT, and (if possible) have a small window pop up the first time using it to explain to newbies how to properly use xkill. This plan is simple, effective, and already works. All I want is to have the popular keybindings attached to xkill BY DEFAULT, like said. This will make transitioning to Ubuntu from other operating systems simpler and easier for Ubuntu's target audience.

Written by Jebeld17 the 17 Nov 11 at 02:31.

Currently, Ctrl+Alt+Del is a default command to show the log out prompt. I am suggesting for Solution #4 that the current log out prompt and the proposal in Solution #1 be combined to create a whole new prompt when Ctrl+Alt+Del is pressed, very much like in Windows 7, where the user is given the option to either Log Out, Shut Down, Switch Users, or go to the Task Manager. From there, the Force Quit app will behave exactly the same as suggested in Solution #1.

Currently, Ctrl+Alt+Del is a default command to show the log out prompt. I am suggesting for Solution #4 that the current log out prompt and the proposal in Solution #1 be combined to create a whole new prompt when Ctrl+Alt+Del is pressed, very much like in Windows 7, where the user is given the option to either Log Out, Shut Down, Switch Users, or go to the Task Manager. From there, the Force Quit app will behave exactly the same as suggested in Solution #1.

Written by smerz the 30 May 12 at 19:23.

Using SUPER + D as key combination means only 2 kays are needed.
It is very accessible and easy to press.

If I'm not mistaken this would be the same kay configuration that Windows uses for this feature. Not a technical argument, but if Windows users are familiar with it, why not use it for Ubuntu as well?

Using SUPER + D as key combination means only 2 kays are needed. It is very accessible and easy to press. If I'm not mistaken this would be the same kay configuration that Windows uses for this feature. Not a technical argument, but if Windows users are familiar with it, why not use it for Ubuntu as well?

Written by smerz the 30 May 12 at 19:25.

Double clicking the workspace switcher could show the desktop.

Right now double clicking the workspace switcher (effectively) does nothing. It only briefly shows the 4 workspaces before showing the current workspace again.

Double clicking the workspace switcher could show the desktop. Right now double clicking the workspace switcher (effectively) does nothing. It only briefly shows the 4 workspaces before showing the current workspace again.

Written by smerz the 30 May 12 at 19:56.

Right clicking the Workspace switcher opens a menu option to show desktop.

Right clicking the Workspace switcher opens a menu option to show desktop.

Written by gabbate2011 the 24 Jun 12 at 18:04.

click on top right corner of the screen to show desktop.

click on top right corner of the screen to show desktop.

Written by gabbate2011 the 24 Jun 12 at 18:15.

show desktop button on the menu bar

show desktop button on the menu bar

Written by SpyMasterMatt the 4 Apr 11 at 02:22.

Double click to open a new application window, single click to switch to the application.

Double click to open a new application window, single click to switch to the application.

Written by ginjaninja405 the 4 Apr 11 at 15:07.

Although a quick way to opening a new window of the same application is helpful, there isn't many things it is needed for. Nevertheless, I still think a double click is too simple for users to bring up new instances, as it is very easy to make a mistake double-clicking by accident, which can be confusing when something else pops up. If we want Unity to be solid, these actions have to be intended, which is why I propose a Shift + click. It's much much less likely a new user can make a mistake this way.

Although a quick way to opening a new window of the same application is helpful, there isn't many things it is needed for. Nevertheless, I still think a double click is too simple for users to bring up new instances, as it is very easy to make a mistake double-clicking by accident, which can be confusing when something else pops up. If we want Unity to be solid, these actions have to be intended, which is why I propose a Shift + click. It's much much less likely a new user can make a mistake this way.

Written by Zorgoth the 4 Apr 11 at 16:09.

Middle-click being used to open a new instance is inconsistent with firefox, cairo-dock, and many other tabbed systems and taskbars. Middle-click traditionally QUITS programs. Shift-click is more common as an opener of new instances, so agree with Sol-n #2 and further propose that middle-click close windows.

Middle-click being used to open a new instance is inconsistent with firefox, cairo-dock, and many other tabbed systems and taskbars. Middle-click traditionally QUITS programs. Shift-click is more common as an opener of new instances, so agree with Sol-n #2 and further propose that middle-click close windows.

Written by Zorgoth the 5 Apr 11 at 16:11.

In addition to solution #2, shift-super-1, shift-super2, ..., shift-super-0 should open new instances of a launcher. Currently super-1, ..., super-0 can open only one instance of any launcher on the dock, and there is not keyboard shortcut to open multiple instances.

In addition to solution #2, shift-super-1, shift-super2, ..., shift-super-0 should open new instances of a launcher. Currently super-1, ..., super-0 can open only one instance of any launcher on the dock, and there is not keyboard shortcut to open multiple instances.

Written by daltux the 26 Apr 11 at 00:12.

In addition to solution #2, a context menu (right click on the icon) item to open a new window is an easy, consistent and user friendly option.

In addition to solution #2, a context menu (right click on the icon) item to open a new window is an easy, consistent and user friendly option.

Written by sdtbluethink the 9 May 12 at 10:42.

replace it with new one

replace it with new one

Written by Bezzy the 13 May 12 at 06:53.

Mockup for lock screen
[Lock Screen]
http://i.imgur.com/JRdej.jpg

[idea 3]
http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/29582/

Mockup for lock screen [Lock Screen] http://i.imgur.com/JRdej.jpg [idea 3] http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/29582/

Written by chrisxsterling the 25 May 12 at 08:25.

When you lock the computer it should take you back to the login screen. All active users would have some mark next to there profile ID/username. Of course you would also be able leave a message as usual. If the multi-login environment is restricted, then the lock screen is naturally more limited.

When you lock the computer it should take you back to the login screen. All active users would have some mark next to there profile ID/username. Of course you would also be able leave a message as usual. If the multi-login environment is restricted, then the lock screen is naturally more limited.

Written by bigo86 the 28 Dec 11 at 09:42.

When I right click on the evolution application in the dock bar, I can see a lot of options listed, in order to quickly open the Contacts or the Calendar. The same thing could be applied for the windows switcher and, for example, if I have multiple Firefox windows opened, they would be all listed there.

When I right click on the evolution application in the dock bar, I can see a lot of options listed, in order to quickly open the Contacts or the Calendar. The same thing could be applied for the windows switcher and, for example, if I have multiple Firefox windows opened, they would be all listed there.

Written by turbolad the 29 Dec 11 at 12:36.

When the same program has more than 1 window open, why not display these horizontally in the Unity "squares" - when clicked on - so each window can be opened instantly with one click?

Here's how: when the user left-clicks on the program's "square" in Unity, a number of squares could slide-out to the right, which show the number of windows open in that program. When the mouse pointer is on each square, a preview of its window shows instantly.

This would mean that if you wanted to open lots of windows belonging to that program quickly, you can click on the squares and the windows would appear instantly.
When it's no longer needed, these squares slide back to the left and disappear until next time. A few seconds' delay is obviously needed before sliding these squares out of view.

When the same program has more than 1 window open, why not display these horizontally in the Unity "squares" - when clicked on - so each window can be opened instantly with one click? Here's how: when the user left-clicks on the program's "square" in Unity, a number of squares could slide-out to the right, which show the number of windows open in that program. When the mouse pointer is on each square, a preview of its window shows instantly. This would mean that if you wanted to open lots of windows belonging to that program quickly, you can click on the squares and the windows would appear instantly. When it's no longer needed, these squares slide back to the left and disappear until next time. A few seconds' delay is obviously needed before sliding these squares out of view.

Written by CJC100 the 31 Dec 11 at 03:13.

Have an icon on the window that you click, and it zooms out to a ring of pages you rotate by hovering the mouse over an arrow to the left or right of it, and click the page you want.

Have an icon on the window that you click, and it zooms out to a ring of pages you rotate by hovering the mouse over an arrow to the left or right of it, and click the page you want.

Written by johnstrass the 1 Jan 12 at 04:02.

Just show the opened file name list when I point the mouse on the button on the dock. For example, when the mouse points on xpdf icon on the dock, the file list shows on its side.

Just show the opened file name list when I point the mouse on the button on the dock. For example, when the mouse points on xpdf icon on the dock, the file list shows on its side.

Written by uaneme the 20 Jan 12 at 02:02.

Make that usless and ugly "windows" key do something for its overpriced money. (= the arrow keys)

Make that usless and ugly "windows" key do something for its overpriced money. (= the arrow keys)

Written by Daniel Brainard the 30 Nov 11 at 19:54.

I would replace the window titlebar with the respective application icon (for unmaximized applications). The icon would be placed on the top left hand corner of the application and be partially underneath the window so the icon would not interfere with the usability of application. The purpose of the icon would simply to be able to single click and hold to move the window around. Window control buttons would be placed in the top bar, and utilize the same functionality as a maximized application would. I would also suggest then, not having the window control buttons in the top bar be automatically hidden by the title of the application. These controls should always be shown simply for usability. The file name could then be placed in the top bar without the application name and could then be toggled with the global menu.

The only issue I see arising with this for usability purposes when you have two windows side by side that take up the whole screen. My solution would then be to have them both act and being maximized at the same time. The top bar would then be split having the left half of the top bar be given the the application on the left and the right half to the application on the right. With respect to the global menu on the right hand side, the indicators are still always shown on the right, but when the mouse is moved to the top to use the global menu, these indicators could be temporarily hidden to give more room to the global menu on the right.

I would replace the window titlebar with the respective application icon (for unmaximized applications). The icon would be placed on the top left hand corner of the application and be partially underneath the window so the icon would not interfere with the usability of application. The purpose of the icon would simply to be able to single click and hold to move the window around. Window control buttons would be placed in the top bar, and utilize the same functionality as a maximized application would. I would also suggest then, not having the window control buttons in the top bar be automatically hidden by the title of the application. These controls should always be shown simply for usability. The file name could then be placed in the top bar without the application name and could then be toggled with the global menu. The only issue I see arising with this for usability purposes when you have two windows side by side that take up the whole screen. My solution would then be to have them both act and being maximized at the same time. The top bar would then be split having the left half of the top bar be given the the application on the left and the right half to the application on the right. With respect to the global menu on the right hand side, the indicators are still always shown on the right, but when the mouse is moved to the top to use the global menu, these indicators could be temporarily hidden to give more room to the global menu on the right.

Written by PaddyLandau the 1 Dec 11 at 16:11.

At present, the menu is hidden until the mouse hovers over the top panel, where the title is displayed (11.04 -- I don't know if 11.10 is different).

As Daniel says, there are two other places that show which application is focused. So, why not just show the menu instead of hiding it? It is quicker to go straight to the menu option you want when you can see it already, than having to move the mouse to the top of the screen before deciding where to put it.

At present, the menu is hidden until the mouse hovers over the top panel, where the title is displayed (11.04 -- I don't know if 11.10 is different). As Daniel says, there are two other places that show which application is focused. So, why not just show the menu instead of hiding it? It is quicker to go straight to the menu option you want when you can see it already, than having to move the mouse to the top of the screen before deciding where to put it.

Written by joy23 the 9 Dec 11 at 21:07.

AFAIK meddling with titlebars and removing them completely wont be a good idea.
Instead
We could use an option that could autohide itself or show always.
So that we could get that extra space in full screen.

Many people actually like to be inundated with info and many dont so this will appease them all.

AFAIK meddling with titlebars and removing them completely wont be a good idea. Instead We could use an option that could autohide itself or show always. So that we could get that extra space in full screen. Many people actually like to be inundated with info and many dont so this will appease them all.

Written by turbolad the 23 Dec 11 at 10:59.

The title bar is probably used more often for moving the program's window than actually reading the title! Almost everyone is used to moving a program around by using the title bar.

You could choose to only show the title bar or menus in that program's window when the mouse pointer is very near, and hide either away when the mouse pointer is moved away. This means that Unity continues to save that extra line of screen space, which it currently does by putting the menus at the top of the screen.

By keeping the menus and title bars in their familiar places, it saves a *lot* of confusion, especially for newcomers to Ubuntu. Don't break the familiarity of the GUI which users are comfortable with.

The title bar is probably used more often for moving the program's window than actually reading the title! Almost everyone is used to moving a program around by using the title bar. You could choose to only show the title bar or menus in that program's window when the mouse pointer is very near, and hide either away when the mouse pointer is moved away. This means that Unity continues to save that extra line of screen space, which it currently does by putting the menus at the top of the screen. By keeping the menus and title bars in their familiar places, it saves a *lot* of confusion, especially for newcomers to Ubuntu. Don't break the familiarity of the GUI which users are comfortable with.

Written by nicojpm the 18 Dec 11 at 22:11.

Something similar to this:
«Oxygen Appmenu is an Oxygen style for Kwin that displays the application menu as a button in the titlebar and works with Qt and GTK applications as well as Firefox or Thunderbird»

http://www.webupd8.org/2011/11/oxygen-appmenu-replace-menu-with.html

Something similar to this: «Oxygen Appmenu is an Oxygen style for Kwin that displays the application menu as a button in the titlebar and works with Qt and GTK applications as well as Firefox or Thunderbird» http://www.webupd8.org/2011/11/oxygen-appmenu-replace-menu-with.html

Written by nicojpm the 19 Dec 11 at 21:34.

In maximized windows, you don't need the titlebar for move the window. The buttons «close, minimize, restore...» could appear integrated into the menu bar.
Similar to this screen:
http://www.ghacks.net/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/firefox_step_7-500x338.jpg

In maximized windows, you don't need the titlebar for move the window. The buttons «close, minimize, restore...» could appear integrated into the menu bar. Similar to this screen: http://www.ghacks.net/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/firefox_step_7-500x338.jpg

Written by Int_ua the 18 Apr 11 at 18:18.

which will also dim/make limpid/%other obvious effect% subjected windows.

which will also dim/make limpid/%other obvious effect% subjected windows.

Written by Int_ua the 19 Apr 11 at 14:42.

To reduce actions during normal usage.

To reduce actions during normal usage.

Written by gufide the 20 Apr 11 at 03:45.

just right click on decoration, and pause/unpause application. This is logic

just right click on decoration, and pause/unpause application. This is logic

Written by ja4 the 6 Jun 12 at 20:59.

Allow user to right-click on search result and select "show this as the first result for this search".

Allow user to right-click on search result and select "show this as the first result for this search".

Written by Ssdg the 7 Jun 12 at 08:27.

Each time unity launches a tool, it should increment a counter somewhere. Said counter, should be used to sort results, most popular firts.

Each time unity launches a tool, it should increment a counter somewhere. Said counter, should be used to sort results, most popular firts.

Written by mitterertux the 16 Jun 12 at 11:21.

Make Unity sort results by popularity while allowing users to specify something as "first result for this search". Somebody might use LibreOffice Calc more often than the Calculator, but when searching "calc" still want the Calculator to come up.

Make Unity sort results by popularity while allowing users to specify something as "first result for this search". Somebody might use LibreOffice Calc more often than the Calculator, but when searching "calc" still want the Calculator to come up.