Review:
Wmctrl (x11 Window Management Tool)
overall review score: 4.2
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wmctrl is a command-line utility for interacting with and controlling X11 window managers on Unix-like operating systems. It allows users to perform window management tasks such as switching between windows, moving and resizing windows, changing window states (e.g., maximize, minimize), and listing open windows, providing automation and scripting capabilities for window handling.
Key Features
- Ability to list all open windows with their properties
- Move, resize, maximize, minimize, or close windows via command line
- Switch focus between different windows programmatically
- Set window properties such as desktop assignment or sticky state
- Supports scripting for automating window management tasks
Pros
- Provides powerful command-line control over X11 windows
- Facilitates automation and scripting for window management workflows
- Lightweight and easy to integrate into custom scripts
- Supports a wide range of window management functions
Cons
- Requires familiarity with command-line interface and scripting
- Limited to X11 window system; not compatible with Wayland-based systems without additional tools
- May have compatibility issues with some modern or tiling window managers
- Limited user interface — primarily designed for power users