Useful low tech workaround for Matrix
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Over the many months I have used UT, I have been looking for a good way to use Matrix. Even though we have FluffyChat I've found it's pretty useless for most things except chat notifications.
Solution? Use the desktop version of Element (make a webapp for it) and sign into FluffyChat, which will give you Matrix notifications. Granted Element works best sideways on the phone.
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@totalrando Hello, I have to thank you for this workaround.
I am sad that Element isn't in Ubuntu Touch because Fluffy Chat seems not up to date (according to a review in the open store).
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@prog-amateur The Element app would have to be programmed by their team (for an official app) or an independent debeloper for a compatible app. You can find some folks who are doing things with Fluffychat by searching for it.
The advantage of desktop Element is- despite the missing button symbols- is the ability to send files, pics and emojis.
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@prog-amateur Also, if you are new to UT, you can make an Element web app with Webber in the App store.
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FluffyChat seems to work fine for me minus syncing sometimes, I suppose using element web might work well if you use a phone with a physical keyboard, such as the PinePhone or Fx tec, I dont imagine it would be to useable without them.
Then you could enjoy features like the new spaces, and encrypted chats without installing a deb package, however a up to date native app with these features will always be better than a webapp, just needs more love and attention.
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@phoenixlandpirat said in Useful low tech workaround for Matrix:
a up to date native app with these features will always be better than a webapp, just needs more love and attention.
+1
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@phoenixlandpirat I use Element web with the UT keyboard fine, It's just easier to use sideways for me. Fluffy just doesn't work for me; I can't sync it at all and as I understand it, not much can be done until certain upgrades. I prefer web apps as I don't have to wait for native app support.
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@phoenixlandpirat I like fluffyChat but since some time I do not receive any more notification
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