How Do I Run GNOME Network Displays?

To run GNOME Network Displays, you will primarily use its Flatpak package, which is the recommended method for installation and execution. This application allows your desktop to act as a receiver for wireless display technologies like Miracast.

Installing GNOME Network Displays

GNOME Network Displays is distributed as a Flatpak application and is often included as part of various desktop bundles. If you do not have it installed, you can easily add it to your system.

Prerequisites:
Before installing, ensure you have Flatpak set up on your system. If not, visit the official Flatpak website for installation instructions specific to your Linux distribution.

Installation Steps:

Open your terminal application.

Add the Flathub repository (if you haven't already):

flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

Install GNOME Network Displays:
Enter the following command into your terminal:
```
flatpak install flathub org.gnome.NetworkDisplays
```
You may be prompted to confirm the installation and any required dependencies. Type y and press Enter.

Running GNOME Network Displays

Once GNOME Network Displays is installed, running it is a straightforward process using the Flatpak command line.

Open your terminal.
Execute the application using the Flatpak run command:
```
flatpak run org.gnome.NetworkDisplays
```
After executing this command, the GNOME Network Displays application window should appear, allowing you to manage and configure your wireless display connections.

Command Summary

For quick reference, here are the essential commands for managing GNOME Network Displays as a Flatpak app:

Action	Command	Description
Install	`flatpak install flathub org.gnome.NetworkDisplays`	Adds the GNOME Network Displays Flatpak to your system.
Run	`flatpak run org.gnome.NetworkDisplays`	Launches the installed GNOME Network Displays application.
Update	`flatpak update org.gnome.NetworkDisplays`	Checks for and installs available updates.
Uninstall	`flatpak uninstall org.gnome.NetworkDisplays`	Removes the application from your system.

By following these steps, you can effectively install and run GNOME Network Displays to utilize its wireless display capabilities.