compix in kubuntu

[bubshowlett]

Hi all,

I was wondering if anyone knows how to get compiz working in kubuntu 7.10. I have the advanced desktop settings install but changing any of the options does nothing, eg I selected wobbly windows but they stay the same.

A far as i know openGL is working, the openGL screen savers work and alien arena runs fine.

This is my last 'bug' since installing kubuntu on my laptop (I lasted 2 weeks with vista).

[Snowhog]

Re: compix in kubuntu

Open Adept Manager and check that you have the following packages installed:
compiz-core
compiz-fusion-plugins-main
compiz-kde
compiz-plugins
compizconfig-settings-manager
compiz-fusion-plugins-extra
Emerald

[eddieg780]

Re: compix in kubuntu

I have all these installed as well on Kubuntu 7.10 but it doesn't work either. openGL is working fine. Do I have to turn it on somehow?

[terje1311]

Re: compix in kubuntu

You can always try this: Alt + F2, type in: compiz and hit enter

Worked for me

[Snowhog]

Re: compix in kubuntu

Correct. That's what starts it. You can then access the Compiz System Settings Manager (cssm) from the K Menu or with Alt+F2 and typing cssm

[eddieg780]

Re: compix in kubuntu

That worked. Now I notice I can not view movies in kaffeine. All I get are color lines and sound. What could be wrong? Or how do I turn it off?