KDE has successfully launched Plasma 6.4.6, marking the culmination of two months of focused development on the 6.4 series. This update is primarily a bugfix release, concentrating on enhancing existing features rather than introducing major new functionalities. Key improvements include reliable end-of-session operations for Discover, KDE's application store, an upgraded shutdown process that enhances safety, and greater stability for the KDE GTK Config tools and Plasma Addons.
The Plasma Workspace, including its components like KWin (the window manager), kscreenlocker, and kpipewire, has received numerous modifications to boost overall stability. For example, KWin has been patched to better manage pointer button releases during key repetitions, address infinite loop issues, and improve window activation following hardware changes. Additionally, refinements have been made to output name settings and compatibility with the latest Qt version.
On the Plasma Desktop, previously available functionalities, such as button rebinding through KCMS/mouse, have been restored. The integration aspects of Plasma have also seen enhancements, with improvements that clean up filenames in dialog boxes and introduce smoother visual effects in System Monitor.
Overall, Plasma 6.4.6 is a testament to the community's dedication to refining the user experience by addressing smaller issues that collectively enhance the system's reliability. The release highlights the ongoing commitment to user-centered improvements, showcasing KDE's responsiveness to feedback and bug reports.
For those interested, the detailed change log and the complete source code for Plasma 6.4.6 are readily available for review. This continual evolution of the Plasma environment reflects KDE's focus on providing a polished and dependable desktop experience, ensuring that users benefit from the collective efforts of the community. As KDE progresses, future updates will likely continue this trend of meticulous enhancement and community involvement
The Plasma Workspace, including its components like KWin (the window manager), kscreenlocker, and kpipewire, has received numerous modifications to boost overall stability. For example, KWin has been patched to better manage pointer button releases during key repetitions, address infinite loop issues, and improve window activation following hardware changes. Additionally, refinements have been made to output name settings and compatibility with the latest Qt version.
On the Plasma Desktop, previously available functionalities, such as button rebinding through KCMS/mouse, have been restored. The integration aspects of Plasma have also seen enhancements, with improvements that clean up filenames in dialog boxes and introduce smoother visual effects in System Monitor.
Overall, Plasma 6.4.6 is a testament to the community's dedication to refining the user experience by addressing smaller issues that collectively enhance the system's reliability. The release highlights the ongoing commitment to user-centered improvements, showcasing KDE's responsiveness to feedback and bug reports.
For those interested, the detailed change log and the complete source code for Plasma 6.4.6 are readily available for review. This continual evolution of the Plasma environment reflects KDE's focus on providing a polished and dependable desktop experience, ensuring that users benefit from the collective efforts of the community. As KDE progresses, future updates will likely continue this trend of meticulous enhancement and community involvement
Plasma 6.4.6 released
KDE has released Plasma 6.4.6, a bugfix update for the 6.4 series that wraps up two months of work focusing on polishing smaller issues rather than major changes. This release includes fixes for Discover's end-of-session operations, improved shutdown processes, and stability enhancements to KDE GTK Config tools and Plasma Addons. The Plasma Workspace itself, including KWin, kscreenlocker, and kpipewire, has undergone significant modifications and bug fixes to improve overall stability.
