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dashi – simple shell for Linux window managers

Last Updated on June 22, 2026

Dashi is a simple shell for lightweight window managers on Linux with minimal resources.

This is free and open source software.

Features include:

  • Control backlight brightness
  • Control audio output and input
  • Control microphone and speaker mute status
  • List, add, and remove global bookmarks
  • Control bluetooth connectivity systemd
  • Control and monitor battery power and AC connections with an optional notification daemon
  • Easily add/remove system notification with the
  • Control automatic nightshift (currently via gammastep)

Website: Abandoned
Support:
Developer: Nate Craft
License: MIT License

Dashi is written in Rust. Learn Rust with our recommended free books and free tutorials.


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