Where Does Converter Store History on Linux?
Where GNOME Converter keeps history and settings on Linux for reset, backup and full moves.
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Converter keeps almost everything in dconf: unit history, category order and window state under its app branch. There is barely a file to copy, which is normal for small GNOME apps on every distro.
Dump the branch for migration; load it back with the app closed. Conversion factors update with releases regardless of copies. Clearing history never touches anything else on any install you own, without exceptions.
Where Converter stores this, by platform
io.github.ellisonleao.converter
History and options in dconf under the app branch. Exact app id can vary by fork; list dconf to confirm. Factors ship inside the app itself.
Frequently asked questions
How do I back up Converter history?
Copy the dconf branch with dconf dump before resetting. History travels in settings. Restoring means loading the file back with the app closed.
How do I reset Converter to defaults?
Quit Converter and reset its dconf branch, then relaunch. Conversion factors ship inside the app. The app recreates defaults on next start with no history.
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