Lotion – unofficial Notion.so desktop application for Linux

Lotion is an unofficial Electron-based desktop application that brings Notion.so to Linux.

Notion is a single space where you can think, write and plan. Capture thoughts, manage projects, or even run an entire company – and do it exactly the way you want.

Lotion is free and open source software.

Features include:

• User Interface:
  • Frameless Window Design – Modern, seamless interface with custom title bar.
  • Tab Management – Multiple tabs with drag-and-drop reordering, pinning, and favicon support.
  • Navigation Controls – Integrated back, forward, and refresh buttons.
  • Built-in Themes – 8 beautiful themes including Dracula, Nord, Gruvbox, and Catppuccin variants.
  • Dark Mode Support – Automatic theme detection and switching.
  • Logo Menu – Quick access to themes, project links, and GitHub repository.
• Core Functionality:
  • Full Notion.so Integration – Complete access to all Notion features on Linux.
  • Native Linux Desktop Integration – Proper icon support and system integration.
  • Cross-platform Compatibility – Linux, macOS, and Windows support.
• Navigation & Interaction:
  • Context Menu – Right-click menu with Cut, Copy, Paste, Select All, and link handling.
  • External Links – Automatically open links in default browser.
• Spell Check:
  • English Language Support – Built-in spell checking for English (US).
  • Real-time Suggestions – Right-click on misspelled words for suggestions.
  • Custom Dictionary – Add words to your personal dictionary.
• Architecture:
  • Modern Electron Stack – Built with Electron 34.3.2 and Electron Forge.
  • Redux State Management – Centralized state for tabs, windows, and preferences.
  • WebContentsView API – Efficient multi-tab implementation.
  • Multiple Package Formats – DEB, RPM, and ZIP packages.
  • Multi-architecture – x64 and ARM64 builds available.

Website: github.com/puneetsl/lotion
Support:
Developer: Puneet Singh Ludu
License: MIT License

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