Operation Manual
3.2.1 Views for Searching Packages or
Patterns
The YaST software manager can install packages or patterns from all currently enabled
repositories. It offers different views and lters to make it easier to nd the software
you are searching for. The Search view is the default view of the window. To change
view, click View and select one of the following entries from the drop-down list. The
selected view opens in a new tab.
Patterns
Lists all patterns available for installation on your system.
Package Groups
Lists all packages sorted by groups such as Graphics, Programming, or Security.
RPM Groups
Lists all packages sorted by functionality with groups and subgroups. For example
Networking > Email > Clients.
Languages
Filter to list all packages needed to add a new system language.
Repositories
Filter to list packages by repository. In order to select more than one repository,
hold the Ctrl key while clicking on repository names. The “pseudo repository”
@System lists all packages currently installed.
Search
Lets you search for a package according to certain criteria. Enter a search term and
press Enter. Rene your search by specifying where to Search In and by changing
the Search Mode. For example, if you do not know the package name but only the
name of the application that you are searching for, try including the package De-
scription in the search process.
Installation Summary
If you have already selected packages for installation, update or removal, this view
shows the changes that will be applied to your system as soon as you click Accept.
To lter for packages with a certain status in this view, activate or deactivate the
respective check boxes. Hit Shift + F1 for details on the status ags.
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