root permissions for the X server??

[mychl]

When I try to run an install program, I can run it as a user, but then get stuck when trying mo make directories. I know I need to do this as root, but everytime I try to start a program, or installer as root I get the following error.

Xlib: connection to ":0.0" refused by server
Xlib: Client is not authorized to connect to Server

Gtk-WARNING **: cannot open display: :0


Any ideas what to do here.

Thanks for your help

Mike

[mychl]

bump

:rolleyes:

[PLBlaze]

Do xhost localhost or xhost +localhost...you might also set the DISPLAY=:0 variable eg. export DISPLAY=:0 then run your app.Hope this helps.

[mychl]

I'll give it a try, thanks

:)

[mychl]

Diffie~ Thanks, that worked like a charm, you rock :D