Tell me more ×
Unix & Linux Stack Exchange is a question and answer site for users of Linux, FreeBSD and other Un*x-like operating systems.. It's 100% free, no registration required.
up vote 2 down vote favorite

I'm using Openbox window manager without DE.

I'd like to get fn + [brightness up/down icon] working like it is in GNOME/KDE, but i'm looking for lightweight solution without gnome-power-manager and similar.

I know about xbacklight console program, but it takes little time to adjust brightness.

share|improve this question
1  
On the few laptops I have owned, the brightness keys have never been handled by the window manager or desktop environment. Instead, I think the acpi package or the kernel supported those keys directly. Do you have all the relevant acpi packages installed and does your kernel support your hardware? – jw013 Jul 16 '12 at 19:06
1  
There is a good summary of this issue on the Arch Wiki – jasonwryan Jul 16 '12 at 19:06

Know someone who can answer? Share a link to this question via email, Google+, Twitter, or Facebook.

Your Answer

 
discard

By posting your answer, you agree to the privacy policy and terms of service.

Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.