Settings: How to Auto Hide the Launcher in Ubuntu

This updated guide examines Settings: How to Auto Hide the Launcher in Ubuntu and organizes the essential facts, background, and practical takeaways in clear American English.

Method 1of 2:

Using System Settings

1. Click on the drop-down menu on the top right.
2. SelectSystem Settings.
3. Go toAppearance, then select theBehaviortab.
4. Toggle theOffbutton (located on the top right) toOnto enable the Auto-hide feature for the Launcher.
5. Set the reveal trigger. If you wish, you now have the option to configure your preferred settings to make the auto launcher reveal itself again.
6. Try the next method if this method did not accomplish reconfiguration.

Method 2of 2:

Using CompizConfig Settings Manager

1. Go to your dashboard and typecompizconfig settings manager.
   • Alternatively, open your terminal with the key combination Ctrl+Alt+T, then typeccsmand hit↵Enter.
2. PressOKto acknowledge the warning generated by opening the program. .
3. Search for, then click onUbuntu Unity Plugin.
4. Click onLauncherfrom the tabs at the top. .
5. SelectAuto-hide. (You will see this next to theHide Launcheroption.)
6. Set the reveal trigger (if you wish) and you're done!