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I have Ubuntu 14.04 installed from mini.iso, install without any bloats. I was able to install gnome3 with gdm as greeter (LightDM always give me error message). The system run just fine, but I still like to use XCFE as my DE.

I've tried to install XFCE by running

sudo apt-get install xfce4

but when I logout, I can't see the button to change session. What should I do?

I'm not using the command

sudo apt-get install xubuntu-desktop

because what I read earlier, it will cause some trouble, along with the bloats later. I just want to install a DE, not any unneeded programs that are recommended.

Should I just reboot and see if everything will work, or am I really have to do something?

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  • On the login screen by your name, there should be a gear that allows you to change the desktop you're going to log into next to the sign in button.
    – Terrance
    Feb 2, 2016 at 20:12
  • @Terrance , thanks, found it already. I thought it would be on the top panel along with the power button. Feb 3, 2016 at 9:27
  • Glad you figured it out. Enjoy XFCE4, as that is what I run, I did a clean install too on my system from using the Minimal Install CD. But it does run good when installed along side of Gnome Desktop. I don't use the Gnome Desktop anymore. It all boils down to preference. =)
    – Terrance
    Feb 3, 2016 at 14:14

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Try this:

sudo -i
apt-get install xfwm4 xfce4-panel xfce4-settings xfce4-session xfce4-terminal xfdesktop4 xfce4-taskmanager tango-icon-theme thunar

Or

sudo -i
apt-get install --no-install-recommends xubuntu-desktop
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  • Thanks, I've found what I searcg earlier. Just need to look around more. Sorry for causing trouble for you. Feb 3, 2016 at 9:28

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