Error: Failed to execute child process "kfmclient" (No such file or directory)

I'm using PCManFM and recovered my Lubuntu 14.04.3 Trusty Tahr recently. After the recovery, when I press the Windows + E key, I get the error message

Failed to execute child process "kfmclient" (No such file or directory)

I can open folders via Accessories > PCManFM fine and also by clicking on folders. Just that shortcut approach gives this message. I've searched on Google, Ask Ubuntu and other forums but nothing relevant is coming up.

1 Answer

After digging into shortcuts in Lubuntu, I found the solution.

First, I had to edit ~/.config/openbox/lubuntu-rc.xml

Replace the binding for W-e pointing to kfmclient (found it by searching for kfmclient), final result is <command>pcmanfm</command>.

Next, I had to run openbox --reconfigure in the terminal.

Now the shortcut works as expected.

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