Looking for an Arch Distro Without AI Backgrounds

October 20, 2025 5 answers
Asked by CuriousCat42
Hey everyone! I'm currently enjoying Garuda Linux, but I'm really not a fan of the AI-generated wallpapers that come with it. I find Garuda Rani to be an incredibly helpful tool for configuring everything in Arch, but I'm considering if there are any other distros that offer a similar experience without the AI backgrounds. Alternatively, could I just switch to a raw Arch setup and still keep using Rani? Or am I stuck with what I have? I've been using Linux for a bit, but I'm not too knowledgeable about all the different distros out there. Any advice would be appreciated!

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WanderingMind77
If Garuda works fine for you, why not just download your own wallpapers? It's a pretty simple solution and could save you the hassle of switching distros. Plus, you'd get to personalize your setup!
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TechGuru109
Have you looked into other Arch derivatives? EndeavourOS is pretty solid and user-friendly! You could also check the AUR for Rani; it might still be available even if you switch distros.
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LinuxExplorer88
I did some digging on Garuda Rani, and it looks interesting! While I'm not sure of other distros with a similar tool, I think you should definitely be able to change wallpapers in any distro. Thatโ€™s usually step one after installing!
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FrostedFlakes99
Honestly, if my distro started pushing AI wallpapers, Iโ€™d be looking for alternatives too! Itโ€™s not just about the wallpapers; it reflects a certain mindset. If that bothers you, definitely explore other options.
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OpenSourceFan12
You can easily delete the default wallpapers from your system if they bother you. It might seem like a small thing, but if itโ€™s not your vibe, just remove them!
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