> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://book.qubetricks.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://book.qubetricks.com/how-to-guides/04-howto.md). # How-to Guides * [How to resize dom0](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/resize-dom0/10886) - Just in case anyone needs help with this to resize dom0 from 20G to 50G. * [How to back up, restore, and migrate](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-back-up-restore-and-migrate/) - With Qubes, it's easy and secure to back up and restore your whole system, as well as to migrate between two physical machines. * [How to copy and move files](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-copy-and-move-files/) - This page is about copying and moving files. * [How to copy and paste text](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-copy-and-paste-text/) - This page is about copying and pasting plain text. * [Inter-qube file copying (qfilecopy)](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/qfilecopy/) - File copying with qfilecopy. * [How to copy from dom0](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-copy-from-dom0/) - This page covers copying files and clipboard text between dom0 and domUs. * [How to enter fullscreen mode](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-enter-fullscreen-mode/) - Normally, the Qubes GUI virtualization daemon restricts the VM from "owning" the full screen. * [How to install software](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-install-software/) - When you wish to install software in Qubes OS, you should generally install it in a template. * [How to update](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-update/) - This page is about updating your system while staying on the same supported version of Qubes OS. * [How to use PCI devices](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-pci-devices/) - Unlike other devices (USB, block, mic), PCI devices need to be attached on VM-bootup. * [How to use USB devices](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-usb-devices/) - Attaching USB devices to VMs requires a USB Qube. * [How to use block storage devices](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-block-storage-devices/) - This page is part of device handling in Qubes. * [How to use devices](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-devices/) - This is an overview of device handling in Qubes OS. * [How to use disposables](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-disposables/) - A disposable is a lightweight Qube that can be created quickly and will self-destruct when closed. * [How to use optical discs](https://www.qubes-os.org/doc/how-to-use-optical-discs/) - Passthrough reading and recording (a.k.a., "burning") are not supported by Qubes OS. * [How to persist Tailscale tunnel in QubesOS](https://github.com/kennethrrosen/tailscale_QubesOS) - Tailscale is a mesh private network that lets you easily manage access to private resources or quickly SSH into devices on your network. * [How to use Qubes for journalists and Human Rights Defenders](https://github.com/kennethrrosen/journoSEC) - A suite of tools for improving and streamlining the use of Qubes OS for reporters, editors, lawyers and aid workers. * [PAM distress login for xscreensaver](https://github.com/kennethrrosen/qubes-PAM-distress-login/) - A simple setup for sending a distress email if forced to login to desktop beyond LUKS passwords. * [Automated Arkenfox Qubes browser install](https://github.com/kennethrrosen/journoSEC/tree/main/mozilla/arkenfox) - Arkenfox config install for journalists. * [How to Implement TPM Boot Verification](https://github.com/kennethrrosen/qubes-boot-verification) - Verify and validate boot process using PCR without Heads or AEM on systems using TPM 2.0. * [How to open URLs in other qube](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/opening-urls-files-in-other-qubes/19026) - This page is about opening URLs and files from one qube in a different qube. * [Qubes Salt Beginner's Guide](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/qubes-salt-beginners-guide/20126) - How to guide for beginners who enjoy a hands-on introduction with examples. * [Reverse Tethering & Screen Mirroring Qube for Android Device](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/reverse-tethering-screen-mirroring-qube-for-android-device/28920) - Control your Android Device from Qubes OS while providing Network to the Android Device. * [How to migrate qubes to a new computer](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/how-to-efficiently-migrate-qubes-to-a-new-computer-with-a-direct-network-connection/23203/2) - How to efficiently migrate qubes to a new computer with a direct network connection. * [USB MFP printer/scanner](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/how-to-get-a-usb-mfp-printer-scanner-working-in-r4-2/24520) - How to get a USB MFP printer/scanner working in R4.2. * [Fix slow Libreoffice](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/fix-slow-libreoffice/38035) - Help LibreOffice work faster. ## Troubleshooting * [Mounting a qube's private storage in another qube](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/mounting-a-qubes-private-storage-in-another-qube/19080) - Useful for data recovery. * [Traffic Analysis in Qubes OS](https://zrubi.hu/en/2017/traffic-analysis-qubes/) - You can place a ProxyVM between your AppVMs and Your NetVM. This way we can create an ideal topology for traffic analysis. * [Analyze Qubes OS VM startup performance](https://github.com/3hhh/qubes-performance) - Analyze Qubes OS VM startup performance. * [URL redirector](https://github.com/raffaeleflorio/qubes-url-redirector/) - This is a browser extension, aimed to improve surfing security. * [Changing your Time Zone](https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/changing-your-time-zone/18983) - Change the system's time zone in terminal you can issue the timedatectl command with the option set-timezone. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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