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macOS is my favourite operating system. Finder in column view with arrow keys to navigate, combined with space for file preview, is incredibly fast and intuitive. Trackpad integration also results in less hand movement. I'm building a Linux (Bazzite) desktop, though, and I've set my sights on the stars.

nnn looks to be an incredible file manager, and was a great recommendation. It looks even more capable than Finder, albeit without scrolling/zooming previews, thanks to macOS having unmatched trackpad functionality. Not to mention Spotlight, which makes opening apps trivial--especially with Alfred available as well. I want to go beyond mere file management, though.

File managenent, browsing, gaming, everything. Just how much can you configure a Linux system to eliminate mouse usage? Shortcut guides welcome (I already know the major ones). I also have a keen interest in tiling window managers, but I've not delved that deep yet. I don't know how to set one up.

Guess I'm forced to learn Emacs/Vim/similar.

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[–] AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 21 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (2 children)

Don't run a window manager and you don't need a mouse at all. No problem.

Just don't start X and your problem is solved.

[–] HEXN3T@lemmy.blahaj.zone 4 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

So true, now how do I play Monster Hunter

[–] AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 6 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)
[–] HEXN3T@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

Then what was the point of building the gaming rig--

[–] AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 5 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)
[–] HEXN3T@lemmy.blahaj.zone 4 points 2 weeks ago

$3,000 practice and I cannot afford weed anymore to cope