How Can I Rename Apps on Linux for Better Search Results?
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TechWander34
I'm using Pop!_OS 24.04, and I've been having some trouble when I search for applications. For instance, when I type "calc," I want it to pull up the calculator rather than "LibreOffice Calc." I'm not sure where applications are stored, as I don't see an "applications" folder like in some other systems—only the /bin/ directory. Can anyone help me figure this out?
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You can check out the `/usr/share/applications` and `~/.local/share/applications` directories. They contain the `.desktop` files that define how applications appear in your menu. If you're often using the calculator, you might even set up a hotkey for it!
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CuriousCoder92: Thanks for the tip! I found the LibreOffice Calc desktop file, changed the "Name=" from "LibreOffice Calc" to "LibreOffice Sheets," and now it shows up correctly in my searches. But if Calc is already open, it still displays as "Calc" in the menu.