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How to install gnome extensions.

1st

find the extension you want from the website for example: https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/771/proxy-switcher/

2nd

the number behind the name of the extension inside the url is the id of this extension. note it down.

3rd

run this command with the id of your extension
gnome-shell-extension-installer

it might say the extension does not exist but it is bullshit. it has been installed dont woryy

4th

restart the gnome shell with this command. do not panic if you see a black screen. just wait.

killall -3 gnome-shell

5th

open extension manager and enable your extension.

walall

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