Outlet is a graphical application manager for Linux that provides an interface for discovering and managing software. Developed using Flutter, it offers a different approach to application management from the tools commonly supplied with Linux desktop environments.
The application uses libflatpak to communicate with the underlying software management system. Its interface is designed around application discovery, with search functionality that helps users locate software without needing to know precise application names.
A notable feature is fuzzy searching, which can return relevant results even when search terms contain spelling mistakes or incomplete names. This reduces the need to enter exact search strings and makes browsing large application catalogues more convenient.
Outlet also features an adaptive layout that responds to different window sizes. Its sidebar can collapse automatically when space is limited, leaving more room for the main application content. Automatic theme detection allows the interface to follow the desktop’s preferred appearance, switching between light and dark themes as appropriate.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Graphical interface for discovering and managing applications.
- Uses libflatpak for interaction with the underlying software management system.
- Fuzzy searching helps find applications when search terms are incomplete or misspelled.
- Search software catalogues without requiring exact application names.
- Adaptive interface adjusts to different window sizes.
- Automatically collapsible sidebar provides additional space for application content.
- Automatic detection of the system’s preferred light or dark theme.
- Flutter-based interface with responsive navigation.
Website: github.com/jardon/outlet
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Developer: Jarred Wilson
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
Outlet is written in Dart. Learn Dart with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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| jdPermissionStoreEdit | Graphically view and edit Flatpak permission store entries |
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