Thread: [Request] Easy Debian shortcut GUI
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CraigRobbo is offline CraigRobbo
2012-02-06 , 01:24
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Originally Posted by demolition View Post
Once a script/programme/etc. is executable, how different is creating a shortcut in ED compare with normal desktop Debian (that I use on a daily basis, albeit as a complete novice)? Also, I think there's a section specifically for what you're asking in the ED wiki; I know the servers are being dodgy this weekend, so look tomorrow.

I see both sides of the argument here. Using the terminal can be quite daunting. On the other hand, the advantage of using the terminal is to automate processes. It's all about the programming principle of "write one, read many" - in this case read ≡ run.

At first, this will seem counter-intuitive because of the effort required to create the automation but a small amount of terminal can go a very long way. Also, you know saying things like this won't wash:
it sounds like "I don't know what to do and won't bother finding out how" - we'll help, even show you how to do things, but you gotta do them yourself.

It's not quite clear what you want to do. Are you trying to start a Maemo programme in the chroot? Or are you trying to run an ED programme? Or do you want a shortcut to the Maemo applications menu?
Thanks for the reply.

I'm not trying to wash anything away, although i'm not really a novice when it comes to computers, my main issue is remembering all the different commands.

I have attempted to use linux as a desktop OS at least a dozen times in the last 4 years or so but it just baffles me...

Although i do try i guenuinly have great difficulty with text and learning with it (this is not an excuse i do try incredibly hard to learn to the point it gets me stressed but its really hard for me) especially remember commands and reading too i struggle with.

I know a few basic commands but i get stuck easy on trouble shooting or when commands are not correct and when errors come up too what they mean and how to face them.

I'm not sure what ED is?

Let me give you an example of what i am trying to acheive(but not neciserserally what i will do):

I want to run Gimp(first app that popped in my head) I would go to the Xterminal (in maemo) and type debbie gimp.

Thats easy enough, but for ease of interaction i would much much prefer an icon to click to do the same thing,
I asked this a good while back(maybe 12 months or so) and someone said it was doable by placing certing files in certin areas and associating an icon image to it etc.

What i am after is a program with a GUI that i could for example:

Select which app i want
Add an icon image
Place the shortcut in the menu

Granted to go into Xterm (or even LXDE and just find and open) is not that difficult but remembering file names (since some file names dont directly link to the name of the program) of each is really hard for me.

Now i know your asking why, well again its just the pleasure of making life easier and interaction.

Lets say i wanted a media program and i'm riding my bike, its easier to have the app open in maemo than it is to faff with LXDE to find it and change a track, plus its much easier (in my opinion & use) to switch apps by just pressing CTRL + back space...

I guess what i'm getting at really is i want the maemo interface but for the LXDE/Easy debian applications.

I'm not trying to start a flame war, if the community feels what i am asking is absurd i will accept that & will ask no further, this is just somthing that would make my life that little bit better & just another thing to make my N900 that much cooler

Thanks in advance

Craig