> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://itsfoss.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # GNOME 44 is Here With New Tricks Up its Sleeve - URL: https://itsfoss.com/news/gnome-44-release/ - Published: 2023-03-23T04:08:53.000Z - Updated: 2023-03-23T04:10:57.000Z - Description: GNOME 44 is finally here with revamped settings, updated quick settings, accessibility improvements, and more. - Author: Sourav Rudra - Tags: DE Releases, News, #Import 2025-11-08 21:15 GNOME is arguably the **most popular desktop environment**. The previous [GNOME 43 release](https://itsfoss.com/gnome-43-release/) was packed with many useful additions, and now the GNOME 44 release follows in the same steps. Let's see what is on offer. ## 🆕 GNOME 44: What's New? We recently covered the best features of GNOME 44 separately; here, let me give you a recap along with all the release details. The key highlights include: - **Settings menu makeover** - **Quick settings improvements** - **File chooser grid view** - **File manager improvements** [7 Cool GNOME 44 Features To Watch Out ForGNOME 44 is around the corner. Learn more about the features arriving with GNOME 44 release.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/02/gnome-44-features.jpg)](https://itsfoss.com/gnome-44/) ### 1\. Settings Menu Makeover ![a screenshot of the updated settings menu on gnome 44](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_settings.jpg) The Settings menu has received a minor makeover, with the **Accessibility panel being redesigned** to provide a more modern navigation experience. ![a screenshot of the updated mouse and touchpad settings on gnome 44](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_settings_2.jpg) Then, a new feature lets you **share Wi-Fi passwords through a QR code,** and the improved mouse/touchpad settings. The information under "**Device Security**" has also received updates to add clarity to the technical details. ![gnome 44 device security](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/gnome-44-device-security.png) ### 2\. Improved Quick Settings Menu ![a screenshot of the bluetooth setting in the quick settings panel of gnome 44](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_QuickSettings.jpg) The quick settings panel has received many updates; it now lets you **view and manage the currently connected Bluetooth devices.** But you must head to the settings menu to pair a new device. ![a screenshot of the new screenshot shortcut in the quick settings menu of gnome 44](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_QuickSettings_2.jpg) Another addition is the **new screenshot shortcut** that allows for the effortless capture of screenshots from the quick settings menu. That is not all; GNOME 44's quick settings menu now features a nifty way of checking **apps running in the background.** ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/background-app-running--1-.png) You can find more details on this feature in our previous coverage about it: [GNOME is (kind of) Bringing Back a Feature It Had Removed a Few Years AgoGNOME design changes makes sense, as it brings back (sort of) a similar functionality that it removed earlier.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/02/gnome-brings-mysterious-features.png)](https://itsfoss.com/gnome-design-quick-access/) ### 3\. New Lock Screen/Login Window ![a screenshot of the new lockscreen and login window of gnome 44](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_lockscreen.jpg) GNOME 44 features a **refreshed lock screen and login window** with a bigger user avatar and subtle changes to the various elements, such as the font size for the clock. ### 4\. Thumbnails in GNOME File Picker ![a screenshot of the file thumbnail preview in gnome 44's file picker](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/GNOME44_file_view.jpg) Late last year, we [saw the revival](https://itsfoss.com/gnome-file-picker/) of a **long-requested feature** for the GNOME file picker, and now it has finally arrived. GNOME's file picker never had a proper thumbnail preview for viewing files. Instead, it **relied on a plain list view**. Until now, that is. It now **features a proper thumbnail view** that can be toggled by clicking on the 'list-grid view' toggle in the top-right of the file picker. ### 🛠️ Other Changes & Improvements ![gnome 44 wallpaper collection](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/03/gnome-44-wallpapers.jpg) These were not the only improvements that have arrived with GNOME 44; here are some that are worth mentioning: - New wallpapers - Various minor updates to the File Manager resulted in improved performance. - Epiphany web browser ported to GTK4 with many bug fixes. - A new filter has been added to GNOME Software that only shows open-source apps when activated. - Various improvements to the Contacts app, with the ability to share contacts as QR codes. - Many UI and styling fixes for GNOME Builder. - Ten new apps added to the [GNOME Circle](https://circle.gnome.org/?ref=itsfoss.com) collection. You can go through the [official release notes](https://release.gnome.org/44/?ref=itsfoss.com) to learn more. ## Get Started With GNOME 44 You can expect GNOME 44 with Ubuntu 23.04 and Fedora 38 next month. If you cannot wait to get your hands on it, installing [GNOME OS](https://os.gnome.org/?ref=itsfoss.com) using [Boxes](https://wiki.gnome.org/Apps/Boxes?ref=itsfoss.com) should be a good way to test it. [GNOME](https://www.gnome.org/getting-gnome/?ref=itsfoss.com) *💬 What do you think of this expansive GNOME 44 update? Do you want to use it on your Linux system?*