Changes

The Ubuntu GNOME desktop is initially configured with Application, Places and System menus located in the panel running across the top of the desktop area. As new software packages are added additional options will be added to the menus (typically the Applications menu, though applications related to the system may be placed in the System menu hierarchy).

A new item may be added to a menu by selecting the menu in the left hand Menus list and clicking the ''New Item'' button. This will display the Create Launcher dialog:

[[Image:ubuntu_10.10_create_launcher.jpg|The Ubuntu 10.10 desktop create launcher dialog]]

This chapter has covered the steps necessary to customize the Ubuntu GNOME desktop menu system. The next chapter will look in detail at Ubuntu desktop visual effects.

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