Cinnamon 是一个被低估的神奇 Linux 桌面环境
Cinnamon
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Cinnamon 桌面提供的用户体验可能并不炫目花哨。但是，用户有充分的理由喜欢这个桌面环境，并可以轻松地用它来完成工作。


在日复一日工作中，我们想要的是，一个能按预期工作且不造成妨碍的用户界面。


我认为 Cinnamon 桌面做对了几件事，可以给你带来了令人兴奋的体验。让我在这里介绍其中一些。



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### 1、熟悉的用户界面


![Linux Mint 21](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164644mfkk1ig1fp9pu901.jpg)


构建 Cinnamon 的主要目的是为了保持 GNOME 2 的桌面风格。


而这就是为什么与最流行的消费级桌面操作系统 Windows 相比，你会看到一个熟悉的桌面布局。


当然，随着时间的推移，Windows 11 已经进化了它的通常布局。但是，访问开始菜单、任务栏、托盘中的系统图标和几个窗口装饰使其易于掌握。


无论你是 Windows 用户还是 macOS 用户，Cinnamon 的桌面布局都不应该让你感到有什么挑战。


![Linux Mint 欢迎屏幕](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164645tqou5w5zornea1e7.png)


为了进一步帮助你，Linux Mint 的 “欢迎屏幕” 为你迅速提供了各种信息。


### 2、轻量级


为了获得舒适的 Cinnamon 桌面体验（通常使用 Linux Mint），有以下最低系统要求：


* 4GB 内存
* 100 GB 的磁盘空间
* 1024×768 分辨率的屏幕


在现代计算时代，这些规格应该适合几乎所有人。所以，你不必担心需要一个疯狂的内存或磁盘空间来运行由 Cinnamon 驱动的 Linux 发行版。


当然，你可以尝试 [在 Ubuntu 上安装 Cinnamon 桌面](https://itsfoss.com/install-cinnamon-on-ubuntu/)。


但是，在本文中，我们认为 Linux Mint 是理想的使用案例。


### 3、快速的性能而不牺牲用户体验


当我们想到一个轻量级的桌面环境时，我们通常会想象一个注重性能的、平淡无奇的用户界面。


![Linux Mint 首选项](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164645a6udo4d8s6fj6s4s.png)


在 Cinnamon 桌面上，情况并非如此。它确实包括了各种细微的动画和特色的图标/主题，即使不是最好的，其外观也相当现代。


它以极简的方式让你看起来很赏心悦目。


通常情况下，我很喜欢漂亮的用户界面，但我仍然可以接受 Linux Mint 的简单直接的用户体验，并在双显示器设置（1440p + 1080p）上运行它。


它可能不是 Linux Mint Cinnamon 版最好的双显示器体验（对我来说，第二个屏幕上没有停靠区和面板），但需要改进地方不多。


### 4、默认的自定义选项


你可能已经知道，在提供开箱即用的定制能力方面，KDE 可能是最棒的。


如果你对这种方式感到好奇，我们有超级有用的指南：


* [KDE 定制指南](https://itsfoss.com/kde-customization/)
* [如何正确地给 KDE Plasma 定制主题（深度指南）](https://itsfoss.com/properly-theme-kde-plasma/)
* [最佳的 KDE Plasma 华丽主题](https://itsfoss.com/best-kde-plasma-themes/)


但是，对于许多用户来说，这有些过于复杂了。


我认为 Linux Mint 给出了适量的额外控制/定制，你也可以在它的欢迎屏幕上了解到这些。


![Cinnamon 主题定制](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164646mqjnl1n958qq1wjr.png)


一些你可以轻松定制的元素包括：


* 桌面颜色（强调色）
* 浅色/深色主题切换
* 面板布局
* 图标、按钮和鼠标指针


你可以前往系统设置，并导航到 “主题”，找到必要的调整项。


推荐阅读：



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> **[在 Linux 上定制 Cinnamon 桌面的 7 种方法](https://itsfoss.com/customize-cinnamon-desktop/)**
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### 5、为你的体验增色的官方附加组件


![Cinnamon 桌面部件](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164646cj9x11azt2voi41v.png)


Linux Mint 支持各种插件来增强你的体验。这些都是 [Cinnamon 调味品](https://cinnamon-spices.linuxmint.com) 产品的一部分。它们包括：


* 主题
* 扩展程序
* <ruby> 小程序 <rt>  Applet </rt></ruby>
* <ruby> 桌面组件 <rt>  Desklet </rt></ruby>


小程序和桌面组件是小型程序，你可以分别在面板（靠近系统托盘）和桌面上添加。


![小程序](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164647mj277z12t11yjrdy.png)


你可以管理系统默认的小程序，也可以从官方软件库下载更多的小程序。


![小程序](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164647l6t4rih4n4dhp0wz.png)


同样，你可以从可用的默认程序中添加桌面组件，或者从软件库中获得新的。


![桌面组件](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164648oj8np3vs9k3jxnpj.png)


大量有价值的实用程序可以用来监控系统资源、检查天气，以及更多。


此外，你还可以访问社区构建的各种主题，可以很容易地给你一个你一直想要的外观。


![Cinnamon 主题](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164648up9el66pg427pt2p.png)


通过补充上述所有的 “调味品”，你可以使用扩展来使面板透明，在桌面上添加水印，启用窗口平铺，并添加一些令人兴奋的窗口动画。


![Linux Mint 扩展](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164649qcv5zjmvzpnzwcqm.png)


### 6、兼容和无缝的用户体验


为什么我再次强调用户体验？


Cinnamon 桌面最棒的地方在于它以尊重和支持所有功能的方式发展。


例如，如果你想安装一个你在 KDE Plasma 上喜欢使用的应用程序，它在这里也应该以同样的方式工作。Cinnamon 桌面没有什么特别之处，会破坏这种体验。


![GNOME 账户应用](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164650lbf0fll0wb4sstbb.png)


同样地，该桌面增加了一些试图与其他桌面环境的服务共存的功能。例如，支持使用 GNOME 在线账户的日历事件。


### 7、面板定制


![Linux Mint 面板](/data/attachment/album/202301/16/164650titt152994sfi9di.png)


停靠区、任务栏或面板是用户界面的一个组成部分。


是的，其他的桌面环境也允许你在某种程度上同样定制这些。但在 Cinnamon 中，你可以得到大量的控制权来调整它。


我认为你可以得到一个用户想要的所有基本选项。


### 总结


GNOME 和 KDE Plasma 是流行的桌面环境。然而，Cinnamon 在提供最佳用户体验的基本部分上并不逊色。


你对 Cinnamon 桌面环境有什么看法？你更喜欢用 Linux Mint 来尝试它吗？在下面的评论部分分享你的想法。




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Linux Mint is one of my favorite distributions. The flagship (or default) Cinnamon desktop is why I like it so much.

The user experience offered by Cinnamon desktop may not be mind-blowing or fancy. But, the desktop environment provides enough reasons for users to like it and easily work with it to get things done.

At the end of the day, that’s what we want. A user interface that works as expected and does not get in the way.

I think Cinnamon desktop does a few things right to give you an exciting experience. Let me mention some of those here.

**If you did not know**, the Cinnamon desktop is a fork of GNOME created in

**2011**by

**Clement Lefebvre**(Linux Mint creator) with enhancements over the years.

## 1. Familiar User Interface

![A screenshot of Linux Mint Cinnamon Desktop](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/linux-mint-21-full.jpg)

The primary objective of building Cinnamon was to keep the GNOME 2 desktop style alive.

And that is why you get a familiar desktop layout compared to the most popular consumer desktop operating system, i.e., Windows.

Of course, Windows 11 has evolved its usual layout with time. But, accessing a start menu, a taskbar, system icons in the tray, and a couple of window decorations make it easy to grasp.

Whether you are a Windows user or a macOS user, the Cinnamon desktop layout should not feel challenging at all.

![Linux Mint Welcome application, lisitng many tweaks available like desktop colors, panel layout etc.](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/linux-mint-welcome.png)

To help you further, the “**Welcome Screen**” in Linux Mint provides you with all the information quickly.

## 2. Lightweight

To get a comfortable experience with Cinnamon desktop (usually with Linux Mint), you have the following system requirements:

- 4 GB RAM
- 100 GB of disk space
- 1024×768 resolution screen

In the modern computing age, these specifications should suit almost everyone. So, you do not have to worry about needing an insane amount of memory or disk space to run a Linux distro powered by Cinnamon.

Of course, you can try [installing Cinnamon desktop on Ubuntu](https://itsfoss.com/install-cinnamon-on-ubuntu/).

But, for this article, we consider Linux Mint as the ideal use case.

## 3. Fast Performance Without Sacrificing User Experience

When we think about a lightweight desktop environment—we usually imagine a bland user interface that focuses on performance.

![Several apps are opened in the Linux Mint Cinnamon Desktop](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/linux-mint-perf.png)

With Cinnamon desktop, that is not the case. It does include subtle animations and features icons/themes that make up for a modern look, if not the best.

It looks pleasing to the eyes with a minimal approach.

Typically, I am a sucker for pretty user interfaces, but I can still live with Linux Mint’s straightforward user experience running it on a dual-monitor setup (**1440p + 1080p**).

It may not be the best dual-monitor experience with Linux Mint Cinnamon edition (no dock/panel on the second screen for me). So, there is little room for improvement.

## 4. Default Customization Options

You might already know that KDE is probably the king when it comes to giving the ability to customize out-of-the-box.

We have super useful guides if you are curious about going that way:

[KDE Customization Guide](https://itsfoss.com/kde-customization/)[How to Properly Theme KDE Plasma [In-depth Guide]](https://itsfoss.com/properly-theme-kde-plasma/)[Best Gorgeous KDE Plasma Themes](https://itsfoss.com/best-kde-plasma-themes/)

But, for many users, it is **overwhelming**.

I think Linux Mint gives the right amount of extra controls/customizations, which you also learn on its **Welcome Screen**.

![Customize Cinnamon desktop theme using system settings](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/cinnamon-theme-customize.png)

Some of the elements that you can easily customize include:

- Desktop color (accent)
- Light/Dark theme toggle
- Panel layout
- Icons, buttons, and mouse pointer.

You can head to the system settings and navigate to “Themes” to find the essential tweaks.

[7 Ways to Customize Cinnamon Desktop in Linux [Beginner’s Guide]Linux Mint is one the best Linux distributions for beginners. Especially Windows users that want to switch to Linux, will find its flagship Cinnamon desktop environment very familiar. Cinnamon gives a traditional desktop experience and many users like it as it is. It doesn’t mean you have to co…](https://itsfoss.com/customize-cinnamon-desktop/)![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2021/02/customize-cinnamon.png)


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## 5. Official Add-ons to Spice Up Your Experience

![Cinnamon desklets like clock, photo frame etc., listed in the Desklets tweak settings](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/cinnamon-desklet.png)

Linux Mint supports various add-ons to enhance your experience. These are all part of its [Cinnamon Spices](https://cinnamon-spices.linuxmint.com/?ref=itsfoss.com) offering. They include:

- Themes
- Extensions
- Applets
- Desklets

Applets and Desklets are tiny programs that you can add on top of the panel (near the system tray) and the desktop, respectively.

![A system monitoring applet cinnamon](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/applet-cinnamon.png)

You can manage system default applets or download more from the official repositories:

![Manage applets in Cinnamon or download applets using the applets settings](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/applets-cinnamon.png)

Similarly, you can add a Desklet from the available defaults or get a new one from the repositories.

![Manage Desklet in Cinnamon or download new to your collection](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/desklet-cinnamon.png)

Plenty of valuable utilities to monitor system resources, check the weather, and more.

In addition, you get access to various themes built by the community that could easily give you the look you always wanted.

![Download and manage Cinnamon themes](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/cinnamon-theme.png)

To complement all the above spices, you can use extensions to make the panel transparent, add a watermark to your desktop, enable windows tiling, and add some exciting window animations.

![Linux Mint Extensions: Add a gtile tiling extension to tile the windows in multiple configurations](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/linux-mint-extensions.png)

## 6. Compatible and Seamless User Experience

Why do I highlight the user experience again?

The best part about Cinnamon desktop is that it evolves in a way that respects and supports all functionalities.

For instance, if you want to install an app you enjoyed using on KDE Plasma, it should work the same way here. There’s nothing special with Cinnamon desktop that would break the experience.

![GNOME Online accounts in Cinnamon](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/gnome-accounts-cinnamon.png)

Similarly, the desktop adds features that try to co-exist with services from other desktop environments. For instance, calendar events support using GNOME Online Accounts.

## 7. Panel Customization

![Linux Mint Panel Customization options are opened, which can be used to tweak settings like panel height, panel appearance etc.](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/11/linux-mint-panel.png)

The dock, taskbar, or panel comprises an integral part of the user interface.

Yes, other desktop environments allow you to customize the same to some extent. With Cinnamon, you get a good amount of control to tweak it.

I think you get all the essential options a user would want.

## Wrapping Up

I believe the system updates mechanism in Cinnamon is better than others.

[Beginner’s Guide to System Updates in Linux MintNew to Linux Mint? It has an excellent system updater tool. Learn about this tool and the best practices you should follow.](https://itsfoss.com/linux-mint-update/)![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/05/system-updates-in-linux-mint.png)


![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/05/system-updates-in-linux-mint.png)

It's just one of many things Mint does better than Ubuntu.

[8 Reasons Why Linux Mint is Better Than Ubuntu for Linux BeginnersWhich one is better, Linux Mint or Ubuntu? This question has been there ever since Linux Mint came into the picture, and this article does not answer this question. Well, not entirely. So, what is this about, then? I have been an Ubuntu user for a long time. I stray](https://itsfoss.com/linux-mint-vs-ubuntu/)![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2013/12/reasons-why-mint-is-better-than-ubuntu.jpg)


![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2013/12/reasons-why-mint-is-better-than-ubuntu.jpg)

GNOME and KDE Plasma are [popular desktop environments](https://itsfoss.com/best-linux-desktop-environments/). However, Cinnamon is not far off on essential parts to provide an optimal user experience.

*What do you think of the Cinnamon desktop environment? Do you prefer to try it with Linux Mint? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.*