LXQt-Panel 2.3.1 released
A new point release has been announced by the LXQt team: lxqt-panel 2.3.1 is now available for download. As a key component of the LXQt desktop environment, lxqt-panel serves as the taskbar, the central hub where users interact with their system.
At it's core, these interactive elements are known as "plugins." For example, technically they're found in directories like ./plugin-mainmenu, but when configuring via the graphical user interface (GUI), they're commonly called widgets. This is a distinction you might see in names within certain GUI areas; for instance, the plugin-mainmenu appears simply as 'Application menu' there.
lxqt-panel 2.3.1 brings some welcome updates to users:
- The build process has been adjusted to work with Qt libraries prior to version 6.8.
- Language translations have been brought up to date across all supported languages and distributions.
These changes improve the stability for developers working on older systems, particularly those using Qt < 6.8 or distributions like Debian Sid, where such builds are essential. Plus, everyone should see more accurate translations in their interface.
For users interested in exploring the full capabilities of LXQt-Panel, a helpful dialogue called "Add Plugins" provides an overview of all available widgets (or plugins) along with brief descriptions, making it easy to browse and select from the range on offer.
For those eager to get their hands on the latest LXQt features, you can download lxqt-panel 2.3.1 directly from its GitHub repository below:
Release lxqt-panel 2.3.1
Fixed build failure with Qt < 6.8
