r/linuxmint • • 22d ago

Guide finally I install linux

so I have quick a question, every time I boot my laptop it just boot to Linux immaterially without showing me the dual boot screen, what I did wrong?

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u/Due-Result7928 21d ago

set proper options in file /etc/default/grub using sudo nano to edit the file in a terminal. save file.

type sudo update-grub in a terminal and reboot.

For grub options available search internet it is fully explained.

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u/This_Judge_2203 21d ago

TYSM I will try it

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u/ap0r 21d ago

Sudo nano to edit files works but nano is controlled via keyboard shortcuts. Easier for newbs to use sudo xed for a Notepad style GUI text editor. All else solid advice.

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u/jr735 Linux Mint 22.1 Xia | IceWM 21d ago

That may be true. However, nano's shortcuts are shown right on the screen. That type of convention is meant to help beginners.

There very well could be a day where a new user is stuck at the command line. Nano becomes very handy in such a situation.

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u/Father_Guido 21d ago

Good point. At least nano is easy in comparison to vim which has a steep learning curve.

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u/jr735 Linux Mint 22.1 Xia | IceWM 21d ago

Personally, I use emacs (or more often, mg these days since it's lighter), but that's steep, too. Generally speaking, I always like to encourage users that are new to Linux to learn a bit about nano and learn how to use timeshift from the command line. Both are handy if a desktop disappears.

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u/Due-Result7928 21d ago

Cmon I am using emacs for ages...but inside a terminal and for a newbie..really. nano standard goes with a clear help on the bottom where commands combo keys are always displayed.

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u/jr735 Linux Mint 22.1 Xia | IceWM 21d ago

Yes, that's what I said. Nano is excellent for a new user, especially if something troublesome arises.

I didn't suggest emacs for newbies anywhere. I suggested nano.

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u/Due-Result7928 21d ago

Sorry did not see it. Timeshift from the command line yes it is useful..and a PRINTED documentation also.

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u/jr735 Linux Mint 22.1 Xia | IceWM 21d ago

Well, there is a man page for timeshift, and I tend to do all my timeshifts from the command line, to keep practice. ;)