Some Tips for Using Ubuntu 20 as a Work Environment

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The author installed Ubuntu 20.04 on the laptop due to Windows crashing, and shares some tips for working on Ubuntu, including the screenshot tool Flameshot, the RDP remote control tool Remmina, and also mentions the solution to the problem that Chinese characters cannot be typed in VS Code.

Last week, I really couldn’t stand the frequent crashes of Windows on my laptop, so I installed Ubuntu 20.04 on it. Actually, I’ve been using Ubuntu for a while (it’s more convenient for coding, especially when dealing with containers). But before, I usually installed a virtual machine using VMware or VirtualBox. This is the first time I’ve installed the Ubuntu system directly on my laptop.

However, after completely leaving Windows, there are still some inconveniences. I plan to write a blog to gradually organize some tips for working on Ubuntu. It’s both for sharing and for making a memo.

  • Screenshot
    Screenshot is a necessary function in any operating system, especially when information sharing within the team is frequent.
    Here is a great screenshot tool for Linux/Ubuntu: Flameshot

  • RDP Remote Control
    Since Ubuntu can’t meet all requirements, some work still needs to be done on Windows.
    A colleague recommended a great RDP tool: Remmina. I’ve been using it for a while and it feels quite good.

  • Can’t Type Chinese in VS Code
    VS Code installed through Ubuntu Software can’t type Chinese characters. Just download the .deb package from the official website and install it manually.
    It’s better not to install development - related software and tools through Ubuntu Software and the snap command. Many of them have problems.