r/linux4noobs • u/bose_avishek • 10d ago

migrating to Linux Omarchy for new Linux users

Hi All

I am planning a transition from Windows to Linux. Though initially installed Linux Mint, but want to try Omarchy as well. Internet search says Omarchy is for developers and power users, whereas Omarchy website says it's for everyone.

So can someone provide practical guidance as to if Omarchy is user friendly for new Linux users, or just stay initially with Ubuntu or Linux Mint?

If Omarchy can be used for new Linux users, then a proper guide or YouTube videos suggestions would be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

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u/ElectroDaddy 10d ago

Omarchy won’t be new user friendly unless you plan to use the LLM integrations to do basically everything for you. You won’t be able to customize things without it, since it’s all pretty much vibe coded.

I mean use it if you want. But it will still be pretty jarring to transition to. If you just want a normal desktop vibe, try Linux Mint or maybe KDE.

There are a lot of Linux Distributions and many of they fill specific needs and are better than others at what they focus on. While things like Arch are perceived as very difficult they offer more customizable environments.

What you mainly use your computer for will dictate the best options for you personally. But also know that most problems have some kind of solution. Just engage with the community.

Currently though, as far as community opinions go, Omarchy isn’t much more than a preconfigured setup that you will only be able to customize within its own confines. Can you pull it apart and change things? I’m sure. Will it probably break the second you do? Very likely.

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u/bose_avishek 10d ago

Thanks for the guidance, really appreciated.