Learn how-to reduce computer eye strain on Ubuntu 16.10/16.04 Systems. Install F.lux and SafeEyes, programs to reduce eye strain while working on computer.
F.LUX
f.lux, a software that warms up your computer display at night, to match your indoor lighting. f.lux changes your computer display’s color temperature according to location and time of day. F.lux changes your computer display’s color temperature according to location and time of day. f.lux fixes this: it makes the color of your computer’s display adapt to the time of day, warm at night and like sunlight during the day.
You could use f.lux because it makes you sleep better, or you could just use it just because it makes your computer look better. f.lux makes your computer screen look like the room you’re in, all the time. When the sun sets, it makes your computer look like your indoor lights. In the morning, it makes things look like sunlight again.
Install f.lux On Linux Ubuntu
Run the following commands in Terminal to install f.lux in Ubuntu :
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:nathan-renniewaldock/flux
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install fluxgui
NOTE: Settings are located in a menu to the left of your system clock. In Windows, this is at the bottom right corner of your screen. On a Mac, it’s at the upper right. NOTE: f.lux does not appear in your dock, settings, or your alt-tab menu. Currently settings are only accessible through the taskbar.
SafeEyes
SafeEyes protects Ubuntu eye strain. Install SafeEyes and protect your eyes from strain in Linux Ubuntu. SafeEyes protect eyes while working on laptop for long hours or even for a few hours. SafeEyes indicator protect your eyes from eye strain using this continuous breaks reminder. It is a free, open source Linux alternative for EyeLeo application.
SafeEyes Features
- Short breaks with eye exercises
- Long breaks to change physical position and to warm up
- Strict break for those who are addicted to computer
- Highly customizable
- Do not disturb when working with fullscreen applications
- Lock keyboard during break
- Notifications before every break
- Multi-workspace support
- Elegant and customizable design
Install SafeEyes Indicator
SafeEyes Indicator can be installed on Ubuntu using the following command:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:slgobinath/safeeyes
sudo apt update
sudo apt install safeeyes
SafeEyes indicator reminds you to take breaks regularly. It provides simple exercises such as “walk for a while”, “roll your eyes” and others.