Linux Operating System FEDORA Workststion 43

 

1.   Hi Copilot, i would like to have a Virtual Keyboard on my "Linux Operating System FEDORA Workstation 43" Laptop , so , Copilot , do you think you could teach me or give me a step-by-step procedure how can i implement it on my "Linux Operating System FEDORA Workstation 43" Laptop ? THANKS for the answer Copilot .

 

MICROSOFT Copilot Answer 

 

 

You can enable a virtual keyboard on Fedora Workstation 43 using GNOME’s built-in accessibility feature or by installing a more advanced tool like Onboard. The built-in option is quick to set up, while Onboard provides extra keys and layouts. FOSTips

Here’s a clear step-by-step guide for you:

 

01

Open Settings

GNOME has a built-in screen keyboard accessible via system settings.

Click Activities → Settings

• Use the search bar to find Settings

• Open the application to access system preferences

02

Enable Universal Access

The virtual keyboard is part of accessibility features.

Go to Settings → Universal Access

• In the left sidebar, select Universal Access

• Look for the Screen Keyboard option

03

Turn On Screen Keyboard

Quick Setup

This activates GNOME’s default virtual keyboard.

• Toggle the Screen Keyboard switch to ON

• A keyboard icon will appear in the system tray

• The keyboard will pop up automatically when typing in text fields

04

Test the Keyboard

Verify it appears when you click into a text box.

• Open a browser or text editor

• Click into a text field

• The virtual keyboard should appear at the bottom of the screen

05

Install Onboard (Optional)

More Features

Onboard provides advanced layouts and extra keys like Ctrl, Alt, Esc, and arrow keys.

Open Terminal and run: sudo dnf install onboard

• After installation, launch Onboard from Activities

• Choose layouts: small, medium, full, or mobile

• Configure auto-start if you want it available at login

 

 

Sources: FOSTips

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⚡ Tips & Notes

• Built-in GNOME keyboard: Lightweight, good for touchscreens, appears automatically when typing.
• Onboard keyboard: Better for power users, supports multiple layouts, floating icon, and indicator menu.
• If you use KDE Plasma instead of GNOME, you may need to install Onboard or another virtual keyboard since KDE’s default option is limited. Reddit

Would you like me to also show you how to make the virtual keyboard auto-start at login so it’s ready before you type your password?