From c679a1a8985e913a18ffa152dd3e7d758190d4a1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sebastian 'gonX' Jensen Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2024 16:23:37 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] FAQ/Linux: Add section on how to bypass stock tablet driver blockage --- site/_wiki/FAQ/Linux.md | 12 ++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 12 insertions(+) diff --git a/site/_wiki/FAQ/Linux.md b/site/_wiki/FAQ/Linux.md index ed992e8..c03d408 100644 --- a/site/_wiki/FAQ/Linux.md +++ b/site/_wiki/FAQ/Linux.md @@ -141,6 +141,18 @@ AttrTabletSmoothing=0 You should restart the OpenTabletDriver daemon after updating this file. +## Can I bypass the stock tablet driver block? {#bypass-driver-block} + +Yes. Use the `-i` flag when invoking `modprobe` to bypass the block. E.g.: + +```sh +modprobe -i wacom +``` + +OpenTabletDriver uses `install /usr/bin/true` rather than `blacklist` as some +official manufacturer tablet drivers was found to not clean up properly when +uninstalled. + ## Still have problems? {#discord} If you are still encountering problems with OpenTabletDriver, it will be easier to help you over in our [Discord]({{ site.data.links.project.DiscordInvite }}) server. We will guide you in doing certain debugging steps and will give you different instructions to help resolve your problem.