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gnome-livewallpaper

Python3 Indicator for changes the Background every 15 min for the Gnome Desktop (Livewallpaper) Alt text


Run

  • install the necessary Python Packages for your Linux Distribution (try and error)
  • install one Extension for Gnome appindicator or topicons
python3 gnome-livewallpaper.py /usr/share/backgrounds

Install

for Ubuntu 18.04, install the Release deb-File!

Copy the Script to "/usr/local/src/" with:

sudo install -dm755 /usr/local/src
sudo install -m755 gnome-livewallpaper.py /usr/local/src

Create a Autostarter

Change the Backgroundfolder (full Path!)

Create a File "~/.config/autostart/gnome-livewallpaper.desktop" with the content:

[Desktop Entry]
Type=Application
Name=Livewallpaper Indicator
Exec=/usr/local/src/gnome-livewallpaper.py /usr/share/backgrounds
Icon=preferences-desktop-wallpaper
Comment=Autochange your Desktop Wallpaper