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# Linux Mint 21.3 Beta Will Let You Try Cinnamon 6.0 Now!
- URL: https://itsfoss.com/news/linux-mint-21-3-beta/
- Published: 2023-12-11T09:30:53.000Z
- Updated: 2023-12-11T09:30:53.000Z
- Description: Linux Mint 21.3 beta is here!
- Author: Sourav Rudra
- Tags: Development Updates, News, #Import 2025-11-08 21:15

Linux Mint is arguably one of the [best Ubuntu-based Linux distros](https://itsfoss.com/best-ubuntu-based-linux-distros/) out there. Many in the Linux community prefer it over Ubuntu due to its community-focused approach to handling things.

In just a few weeks time, we will be seeing the release of **Linux Mint 21.3**. However, before that, we now have a sneak peek into what that Long-term support release will offer.

Let's dive in!

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Proceed with caution, this beta release is only meant for testing. The stable release will be out soon.

## Linux Mint 21.3 Beta: What's on Offer? 🤔

![a screenshot of linux mint 21.3 beta desktop](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/12/Linux_Mint_23.1_a.jpg)

Powered by [Linux kernel 5.15](https://itsfoss.com/linux-kernel-5-15-release/), and [Ubuntu 22.04](https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-22-04-release/), this beta release of Linux Mint 21.3 has plenty to offer. Some **key highlights** include:

- **Inclusion of Cinnamon 6.0**
- **Application Upgrades**
- **New Wallpapers**

### Inclusion of Cinnamon 6.0

![a screenshot of linux mint 21.3 beta neofetch output system info and actions feature](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/12/Linux_Mint_23.1_b.jpg)

Linux Mint 21.3 Beta features the recently introduced [Cinnamon 6.0 release](https://itsfoss.com/cinnamon-6-0-release/) that features **experimental support for Wayland**, **various improvements for X11**, **support for AVIF images** and more.

What took me by surprise was **a new add-on** (Cinnamon calls the add-ons as “*spices*”), called “**Actions**”. It was formerly known as “*Nemo Actions*”, and its functioning was limited to the file manager.

But, as demonstrated by the image above, **this new spice lets you install add-ons for enhancing the overall Cinnamon desktop experience**, while not being limited to just making tweaks to the file manager.

Moreover, **all the screenshots in this article** were taken in the Wayland session, and with what I saw, the **Wayland session seems to perform decently**. Though, I would still give it some time to mature, as the developers are still working on it.

**Suggested Read** 📖

[Cinnamon 6.0 Release Debuts Experimental Wayland Support!Cinnamon 6.0 with Wayland session sounds interesting!![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/11/cinnamon-6-0-release.png)](https://itsfoss.com/cinnamon-6-0-release/)

### Application Upgrades

![a screenshot of linux mint 21.3 beta running updated versions of warpinator backup tool and hypnotix](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/12/Linux_Mint_23.1_c.jpg)

On the application side of things, **Warpinator now lets you manually connect to other devices** by either entering IP addresses, or on mobile, by scanning a QR code.

The **backup tool also sees an update**, with it now featuring a header bar with a dedicated “*About*” dialog.

Even **Hypnotix**, the TV viewing application, has been **updated with new features**.

You can now **set channels as favorites**, and they will be grouped together, irrespective of the TV provider. You can also **create new channels** by entering streamable URLs to turn them into custom TV channels.

### New Wallpapers

![a screenshot of the new wallpapers coming with the linux mint 21.3 release](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/12/Linux_Mint_23.1_d.png)

To wrap things up, the **Linux Mint 21.3 beta features some nice-looking wallpapers** that were the work of various contributing artists.

For more details, you can refer to the [beta announcement](https://blog.linuxmint.com/?p=4611&ref=itsfoss.com).

## 📥 Download Linux Mint 21.3 Beta

If you can't wait for the stable release, you can download the Cinnamon Edition ISO for Linux Mint 21.3 Beta from the [official index](https://linuxmint.com/torrents/?ref=itsfoss.com) (torrent) of Linux Mint.

Just search for “*linuxmint-21.3-cinnamon-64bit-beta.iso.torrent*”.

[Linux Mint 21.3 Beta](https://linuxmint.com/torrents/?ref=itsfoss.com)

*💬 I am excited about the upcoming Linux Mint 21.3 release, what about you?*