How to Install PolitePol on MXLinux Latest

Introduction

PolitePol is a lightweight and simple-to-use theme for GNOME desktop environment. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing PolitePol on MXLinux Latest using the GitHub repository.

Prerequisites

Before we start, make sure you have the following:

Step 1 – Install Dependencies

In order to install PolitePol on MXLinux, you need to first install some dependencies. Type the following command in the terminal:

sudo apt-get install git meson sassc

This will install Git, Meson, and SASSC in your system.

Step 2 – Clone the Repository

Now we will clone the PolitePol repository from GitHub using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/taroved/pol.git

This will download the PolitePol code in a directory named "pol".

Step 3 – Install PolitePol

To install PolitePol, enter the following commands in the terminal:

cd pol
meson build
sudo ninja -C build install

Step 4 – Apply the Theme

Once the installation is complete, you need to apply the PolitePol theme. To do this, go to "Appearance" settings in the "Settings" application.

Under "Themes," you should see "PolitePol" listed. Select it to apply the theme.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and applied the PolitePol theme on your MXLinux Latest system.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we walked you through the process of installing PolitePol on MXLinux Latest using the command line. You can also modify this theme to your liking by editing the source code. Enjoy the new look of your desktop environment!

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