I just installed Linux Mint, but I'm not entirely sure if I ended up with the lightweight XFCE version. Is there a simple way to check which desktop environment I'm currently using? I noticed the terminal shows 'Operating system: Linux Mint 22.1,' but that's not enough for me to confirm the desktop environment.
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Another option is to look at the filename of the ISO you downloaded or compare it to pictures of the various desktop environment options. That way, you can easily spot the difference.
If you didn’t download the XFCE version specifically, then chances are you aren't using it. A quick terminal command you can run is `echo $XDG_CURRENT_DESKTOP`, which will tell you your current desktop environment.
You can check through the menu! Just look for 'System Info' or 'System Reports' in the applications menu; both will give you information about your system.
If you want a nice visual output, try installing `screenFetch`. Use the command `apt install screenfetch`, and then just run `screenfetch` in the terminal. It'll show you details, including your desktop environment!
You can simply click the menu and type 'Welcome'. Open the welcome screen, and you'll find information about your setup in the bottom right corner.
But isn't it a bit unlightweight to add new packages just for system info? OP is looking for a lightweight solution, after all.