A new alpha version of System76\u2019s COSMIC Desktop is now available, introducing significant improvements and new features. Despite being an early release, some users have adopted it as their main desktop environment, though many await the beta for a more polished experience. This release showcases how COSMIC\u2019s user interface and app ecosystem are evolving.<\/p>\n
Accessibility remains a priority in COSMIC, with the latest version adding a Desktop Zoom<\/strong> feature, accessible through various settings and key combinations. Users can also find toggles for screen reading and magnification within the Accessibility applet.<\/p>\n New options for icon size and grid spacing allow users to customize their desktop experience further. The desktop now supports dragging files from the file manager directly onto it. Additionally, the COSMIC Launcher<\/strong> can now scroll when results exceed eight entries, and actions for power management come with a countdown timer to enhance usability.<\/p>\n Workspaces are improved, providing a scrollable overview, workspace previews, and the ability to drag minimized windows between workspaces.<\/p>\n With high-resolution displays being common, COSMIC Alpha 6<\/strong> now features more precise scaling options, allowing fine-tuning of text size. Clicking on notifications now directs users to the respective applications directly.<\/p>\n The COSMIC Files<\/em> manager now supports tab completion in the location bar, improved scrolling and selection features, and can handle password-protected ZIP files. Meanwhile, COSMIC Edit<\/em> adds functionality for reverting changes and enhancing search features.<\/p>\n The COSMIC Player<\/em> has been upgraded to improve user interaction, displaying track information and artwork directly, as well as supporting MPRIS for integration with the Sound applet.<\/p>\n COSMIC Alpha 6 also implemented various tweaks, including:<\/p>\nWorkflow Improvements<\/h4>\n
App Enhancements<\/h4>\n
Other Improvements<\/h4>\n