Controlling Music with Keyboard Shortcuts

Controlling your music playback with keyboard shortcuts can enhance your Ubuntu experience. Here’s how you can do it:

Step 1: Install playerctl

You’ll need to install playerctl, a handy command-line utility for controlling media players. You can find it in the official Debian repository or by visiting this link.

Step 2: Useful Commands

Two playerctl commands that you might find particularly useful are:

• playerctl next: This command skips to the next song in your playlist.
• playerctl play-pause: Use this command to toggle between play and pause.

Step 3: Adding Custom Keyboard Shortcuts

To streamline music control, consider adding these commands as custom keyboard shortcuts in Ubuntu. For detailed instructions, consult the Ubuntu documentation on setting keyboard shortcuts.

With these keyboard shortcuts, you can effortlessly manage your music without leaving your current workspace or application. Enjoy a more convenient and immersive music experience on Ubuntu.