You can control your Linux PC from your Android phone - here's how

Published on 20 February 2026 ZDNet

Summary

KDE Connect offers a plethora of exciting features to enhance your device connectivity. The publication provides a comprehensive guide to help users get started with this innovative tool, unlocking its full potential for seamless integration.

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What are the installation commands for KDE Connect on different Linux distributions?

KDE Connect can be installed on Debian/Ubuntu with `sudo apt install kdeconnect`, on Fedora with `sudo dnf install kdeconnect`, on Arch Linux with `sudo pacman -S kdeconnect`, and on openSUSE with `sudo zypper install kdeconnect`. First update your system with `sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade` for Debian-based distros.

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Do both devices need to be on the same network to pair KDE Connect?

Yes, both the Android phone and Linux PC must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for KDE Connect to discover and pair the devices, as they communicate over the local network.

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