How to Get Touchscreen Scrolling Working on Linux Mint?
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I've been having issues with my touchscreen on Linux Mint. Unlike when I was using Windows, where I could scroll through pages using the touchscreen, on Mint it just highlights text as if I'm using a mouse. I found a workaround for Firefox, but it's still a problem in other applications like LibreOffice and in my file manager. I'm looking for a solution that would enable normal scrolling behavior across all apps on Linux Mint.
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It really depends on the desktop environment you're using because they manage touchscreen inputs differently. Gnome tends to offer the best support for touchscreens, but KDE is pretty good too. I'd recommend checking which environment you're running and possibly switching if it's not Gnome or KDE. Also, could you share the model of your device? That might help in diagnosing the issue.
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Honestly, you might want to consider switching from Mint altogether. The developers don't seem to prioritize touchscreen support, which can be frustrating. If you're open to it, trying out something like Kubuntu or another distro with KDE might give you a better experience.
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You might find useful information on a resources page in the Linux community. It's a good idea to take regular backups and experiment in a virtual machine before making major changes. Make sure you understand each command before executing it!
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