Quick Start Guide
5.2.1 Views for Searching Packages or Patterns
The YaST software manager can install packages or patterns from all currently enabled
repositories. It oers dierent 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 Description in the search process.
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