KDE Plasma 6.3.1 Bugfix Release

KDE has officially released KDE Plasma 6.3.1, a bugfix update that improves the stability and performance of the Plasma desktop environment. This update, released on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, brings a week's worth of new translations and important bug fixes contributed by KDE developers.

What’s New in KDE Plasma 6.3.1?

Plasma 6.3 introduced refinements and new modules to enhance the desktop experience. The 6.3.1 bugfix update ensures better stability by addressing various issues across different Plasma components, including Breeze, KScreen, KWin, Discover, and Plasma Desktop.

Key Bug Fixes in KDE Plasma 6.3.1

• Breeze: Fixed crashes in non-KDE applications (Bug #499960).
• Info Center: Resolved flickering in the energy page (Bug #480804).
• KScreen Doctor: Fixed DPMS mode output.
• Discover: Improved package update names (Bug #499638).
• Plasma Addons: Fixed color picker tooltips and radio button issues (Bug #499912).
• KWin: Improved rendering performance, fixed cursor visibility, and adjusted gamma profiles for night light (Bug #500185).
• Plasma Desktop: Enhanced keyboard navigation, improved applet functionality, and fixed crashes in Kickoff and Task Manager (Bug #500228).
• Powerdevil: Addressed issues in keyboard brightness and battery applet navigation (Bug #486067).
• Spectacle: Added GIF support and improved WebP compatibility.

For a full list of changes, visit the official KDE changelog.

Additional Tips for KDE Plasma Users

1. Update Regularly: Keeping your system up-to-date ensures you receive the latest bug fixes and security patches.
2. Enable Night Light Mode: Reduce eye strain by enabling Night Light from System Settings > Display > Night Color.
3. Customize Your Workspace: KDE Plasma offers extensive customization; use the KDE Store for themes, widgets, and wallpapers.
4. Use KWin Effects Wisely: Too many visual effects can slow down your system; adjust them in System Settings > Desktop Effects.
5. Backup Your KDE Configurations: Save your KDE settings by backing up ~/.config and ~/.local folders.

Conclusion

KDE Plasma 6.3.1 is a solid bugfix release, improving performance and stability while refining user experience. If you're using Plasma 6.3, it's highly recommended to update to this latest version.

🔗 Official KDE Announcement: KDE.org

Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy a better KDE experience!