LXQt 2.0 launches with Qt 6.6, improved Wayland support, and a new 'Fancy Menu'

LXQt, the Qt-based lightweight desktop environment, has launched its version 2.0, which is built on Qt 6.6. This release includes complete readiness for Wayland compositors for several components, including PCManFM, LXQt Runner, and LXQt Desktop Notifications.

The team behind LXQt has set their sights on Wayland as the primary target for the forthcoming LXQt 2.1, similar to how Qt6 was the focus for LXQt 2.0. Nonetheless, certain components are not yet ready for Wayland, including ScreenGrab, LXQt Global Shortcuts, task-bar and keyboard indicator of LXQt Panel, some input settings, and configurations for monitor, power button, and screen locker.

Despite this, most Wayland compositors have alternative tools that can be used, making an LXQt-Wayland session feasible for advanced users.

Additionally, LXQt Panel now includes a new default application menu known as Fancy Menu. This new addition boasts features like “Favorites”, “All applications”, and an enhanced search function.

QTerminal, however, is the only app whose Qt6 port will be released separately due to complications arising from the removal of legacy encodings in Qt6. In the interim, users can use its Qt5 version 1.4.0.