Is Compiz compatible with Xfce?

I tried it and immediately had a big problem (here). Also, could not use more than one workspace. It is said that they are compatible, that is: I can install Compiz with Xfce if I want to. But I enter a world of bugs, am I not?

I would like more opinions, please.


Yes, Compiz is compatible with XFCE. The thing is, for common people, choosing XFCE over the "common" ones like KDE, Unity and Gnome is because of limited resources (CPU and Memory most of the time).

But sources like the following confirm that Compiz is compatible with XFCE but needs a little more loving to get it working:

  • https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Compiz#XFCE

  • http://www.ghacks.net/2010/07/11/run-compiz-with-xfce4/

  • How do I enable Compiz in xubuntu?


XFCE is for users that want a minimalist desktop. Saying I want to use XFCE and I want to use Compiz is a lot like saying I want apple juice, but it should taste like orange juice. I use XFCE, but I don't complain about the 3D buggy-ness.