Mrpeabody <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > My X-windows automatically loads in 8dpp mode and I have a card that is > capable of much better how do I tell x to try other modes instead. > -jeff
Two ways: If you're starting X with startx, you can do: startx -- -bpp 16 (or 15, 24, or 32) If you're starting X with xdm, you need to edit the /etc/X11/XF86Config file to change the default bpp. In the "Screen" section put: DefaultColorDepth 16 (or whatever number). This will also affect the default bpp used with startx. You'll have to log out of any xsession xdm is managing; if your xdm is at the login screen, press Ctrl-Atl-Backspace to kill the X server; when it restarts it'll be using the new bpp.
