diff --git a/packaging/debian/files/fpdb.desktop b/packaging/debian/files/fpdb.desktop
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+[Desktop Entry]
+Name=Free Poker Database
+Comment=Online Poker Tracker + HUD
+Exec=/usr/bin/fpdb
+Icon=fpdb-icon.png
+Terminal=true
+Type=Application
+Categories=Utility
+