nomachine server switch from xfce session to gnome

Switching from XFCE to Gnome Session in NoMachine

When using a remote desktop connection through NoMachine, you may want to customize your session settings to suit your preferences. One common request is switching from the default XFCE session to Gnome. In this article, we will guide you through the process of pre-configuring your NoMachine client to switch from XFCE to Gnome.

Disable Client-Side Image Post-Processing

Before starting, make sure to disable client-side image post-processing in your NoMachine settings. This can be done by going to and selecting the 'Preconfigure' option.

Configure Client Window Settings

Next, you need to configure the size of the client window. To do this, go to and set the desired size. You can also choose to adapt the remote desktop to the client window when it is resized.

Resize Remote Desktop at Session Startup

To ensure that your remote desktop is properly sized from the start, select the option to resize the remote desktop to the client window at session startup.

Customize Your Session

You can further customize your session by choosing to run a custom application or set the remote node to be connected manually. You can also pre-configure connections using NX or SSH protocols, specify the SSH client, and skip introductory tutorials at session startup.

Locate the Client Configuration File

To access these settings, you will need to locate the NoMachine client configuration file (player.cfg). This file is usually located in the same directory as the NoMachine client executable.

Switching from XFCE to Gnome session in NoMachine requires some pre-configuration of your client settings. By following the steps outlined above, you can ensure that your remote desktop connection is tailored to your preferences and provides a seamless experience.

Nomachine server switch from xfce session to gnome