KDE has launched a new bugfix update for KDE Plasma 6, designated as version 6.5.4. This release, which follows a three-week period of contributions from developers and testers, addresses a variety of issues across multiple components, enhancing the overall performance and stability of the KDE experience.
Key improvements in this update include fixes for Bluedevil, Kcm, Breeze, and the Discover module, as well as enhancements in headless updates and application action styles for mobile devices. Specific issues resolved include problems with Bluedevil's help link, window pairings in Plasma settings, and menu integration in Breeze. The Discover module received updates to simplify Flatpak management and rectify issues related to AARCH64 systems.
KWin, the window manager for Plasma, underwent significant enhancements, including improved handling of input methods and high-DPI screen issues. Additionally, adjustments were made to the A11yKeyboardMonitor to prevent excessive key event flooding, and tests were added for the A11yKeyboardManager. Other improvements involve KScreen's installation process and various bug fixes within Plasma Mobile and the Plasma Network Manager.
Additional updates impacted several other KDE components, including powerdevil, print-manager, and xdg-desktop-portal-kde, each receiving critical fixes for their respective functionalities. Improvements were also made to the plasma-desktop user experience, including better tablet configuration options and enhanced clipboard management.
This update reflects KDE's commitment to community collaboration, ensuring a stable and feature-rich environment for users. For those interested in the full details, the changelog and source code for Plasma 6.5.4 can be accessed through the KDE website.
Looking ahead, future updates are likely to continue this trend of community-driven enhancements, focusing on user feedback and ongoing development efforts to further refine the KDE Plasma experience. As the KDE community evolves, we can expect even more innovative features and improvements in subsequent releases
Key improvements in this update include fixes for Bluedevil, Kcm, Breeze, and the Discover module, as well as enhancements in headless updates and application action styles for mobile devices. Specific issues resolved include problems with Bluedevil's help link, window pairings in Plasma settings, and menu integration in Breeze. The Discover module received updates to simplify Flatpak management and rectify issues related to AARCH64 systems.
KWin, the window manager for Plasma, underwent significant enhancements, including improved handling of input methods and high-DPI screen issues. Additionally, adjustments were made to the A11yKeyboardMonitor to prevent excessive key event flooding, and tests were added for the A11yKeyboardManager. Other improvements involve KScreen's installation process and various bug fixes within Plasma Mobile and the Plasma Network Manager.
Additional updates impacted several other KDE components, including powerdevil, print-manager, and xdg-desktop-portal-kde, each receiving critical fixes for their respective functionalities. Improvements were also made to the plasma-desktop user experience, including better tablet configuration options and enhanced clipboard management.
This update reflects KDE's commitment to community collaboration, ensuring a stable and feature-rich environment for users. For those interested in the full details, the changelog and source code for Plasma 6.5.4 can be accessed through the KDE website.
Looking ahead, future updates are likely to continue this trend of community-driven enhancements, focusing on user feedback and ongoing development efforts to further refine the KDE Plasma experience. As the KDE community evolves, we can expect even more innovative features and improvements in subsequent releases
KDE Plasma 6.5.4 released
KDE has released a new bugfix update for KDE Plasma 6, versioned 6.5.4, which incorporates contributions from developers and testers over three weeks. This update includes essential fixes spread across numerous components, such as Bluedevil, Kcm, Breeze, the Discover module, headless updates, and application action style on mobile devices. The release also addresses various issues with KWin, Plasma Mobile, Plasma Network Manager, and other KDE components, including powerdevil, print-manager, and xdg-desktop-portal-kde. Overall, this latest bugfix update demonstrates the collaborative efforts of KDE's community in delivering a stable and feature-rich experience for its users.
